Bauilia - Manihari, Katihar
Bauilia is a village situated in the Manihari subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manihari and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Baulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bauilia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bauilia is 225722. The village covers a total geographical area of 940 hectares and falls under the 854113 pincode. Manihari is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bauilia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bauilia
As per Census 2011, Bauilia village has a total population of 14,710 people, consisting of 7,701 males and 7,009 females. The village has 2,811 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,599 literate and 9,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bauilia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,710 | 7,701 | 7,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,333 | 1,695 | 1,638 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 143 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,599 | 3,383 | 2,216 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,111 | 4,318 | 4,793 |
Nearby Villages of Bauilia
Bauilia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naraenpur | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Kutubpur | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Nawabganj | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Kishunpur | East | 2.32 km |
| Abdullahpur | West | 2.33 km |
| Baghmara | South | 2.34 km |
| Dilarpur | West | 3.13 km |
| Manoharpur | North | 3.76 km |
| Sosnabharjana | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Sowa | North-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bauilia
Bauilia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baghmara Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manihari to Bauilia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katihar to Bauilia 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 Bauilia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bauilia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bauilia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bauilia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bauilia
Where is Bauilia located?
Bauilia village is located in Manihari Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bauilia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bauilia is Baulia.
What is the pincode of Bauilia?
The pincode of Bauilia is 854113.
What is the population of Bauilia?
Bauilia has a total population of 14,710, including 7,701 males and 7,009 females.
How many households are there in Bauilia?
There are 2,811 households in Bauilia.
What is the literacy rate in Bauilia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bauilia is 38.06%. Male literacy is 43.93% and female literacy is 31.62%.