Lain Bazar - Hathua, Gopalganj
Lain Bazar is a village situated in the Hathua subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hathua and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Line Bazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lain Bazar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lain Bazar is 230606. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.37 hectares and falls under the 841436 pincode. Mirganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lain Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lain Bazar
As per Census 2011, Lain Bazar village has a total population of 4,229 people, consisting of 2,137 males and 2,092 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,201 literate and 2,028 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lain Bazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,229 | 2,137 | 2,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 760 | 372 | 388 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,201 | 1,283 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,028 | 854 | 1,174 |
Nearby Villages of Lain Bazar
Lain Bazar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alawal Patti | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Barka Amtha | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Barka Ganw | West | 1.13 km |
| Supahi | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Tanwa Khas | North | 1.41 km |
| Tanrwa Khemraj | North | 1.45 km |
| Bhairo Patti | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Bishunpura | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Manjha Kanhwaria | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Barhmani | North-East | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lain Bazar
Lain Bazar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lain Bazar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirganj to Lain Bazar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Lain Bazar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lain Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lain Bazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lain Bazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lain Bazar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lain Bazar
Where is Lain Bazar located?
Lain Bazar village is located in Hathua Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lain Bazar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lain Bazar is Line Bazar.
What is the pincode of Lain Bazar?
The pincode of Lain Bazar is 841436.
What is the population of Lain Bazar?
Lain Bazar has a total population of 4,229, including 2,137 males and 2,092 females.
How many households are there in Lain Bazar?
There are 585 households in Lain Bazar.
What is the literacy rate in Lain Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lain Bazar is 52.05%. Male literacy is 60.04% and female literacy is 43.88%.