Bana Bigha - Konch, Gaya
Bana Bigha is a village situated in the Konch subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Anti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bana Bigha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bana Bigha is 254635. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 824207 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bana Bigha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bana Bigha
According to the 2011 Census, Bana Bigha village had a total population of 624 people, including 334 males and 290 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 61.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 624 | 334 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 244 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 90 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Bana Bigha
Bana Bigha 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 Bana Bigha
Bana Bigha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bana Bigha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tikari to Bana Bigha is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Bana Bigha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bana Bigha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bana Bigha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bana Bigha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bana Bigha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bana Bigha
Where is Bana Bigha located?
Bana Bigha village is located in Konch Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bana Bigha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bana Bigha is Anti.
What is the pincode of Bana Bigha?
The pincode of Bana Bigha is 824207.
What is the population of Bana Bigha?
Bana Bigha had a total population of 624, including 334 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Bana Bigha?
Bana Bigha had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bana Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bana Bigha was 75.10%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 61.21%.