Habibpur - Gurua, Gaya
Habibpur is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Gurua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Habibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Habibpur is 255648. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Habibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Habibpur
According to the 2011 Census, Habibpur village had a total population of 591 people, including 293 males and 298 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.19%, with male literacy at 50.23% and female literacy at 42.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 502.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 293 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 246 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 110 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 183 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Habibpur
Habibpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Habibpur
Habibpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Habibpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Habibpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Habibpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Habibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Habibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Habibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Habibpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Habibpur
Where is Habibpur located?
Habibpur village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Habibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Habibpur is Gurua.
What is the pincode of Habibpur?
The pincode of Habibpur is 804405.
What is the population of Habibpur?
Habibpur had a total population of 591, including 293 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Habibpur?
Habibpur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Habibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Habibpur was 46.19%. Male literacy was 50.23% and female literacy was 42.29%.