Bhatgawan - Chausa, Madhepura
Bhatgawan is a village situated in the Chausa subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chausa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Arajpur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatgawan is 226208. The village covers a total geographical area of 897 hectares and falls under the 853204 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bhatgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatgawan village had a total population of 6,876 people, including 3,652 males and 3,224 females, living in 1,225 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.09%, with male literacy at 69.08% and female literacy at 53.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 827, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 6,876 | 3,652 | 3,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,392 | 702 | 690 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 422 | 405 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,405 | 2,038 | 1,367 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,471 | 1,614 | 1,857 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatgawan
Bhatgawan 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 Bhatgawan
Public transport in the Bhatgawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Bhatgawan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Bhatgawan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhatgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatgawan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhatgawan
Where is Bhatgawan located?
Bhatgawan village is located in Chausa Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatgawan is Arajpur East.
What is the pincode of Bhatgawan?
The pincode of Bhatgawan is 853204.
What is the population of Bhatgawan?
Bhatgawan had a total population of 6,876, including 3,652 males and 3,224 females.
How many households are there in Bhatgawan?
Bhatgawan had 1,225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatgawan was 62.09%. Male literacy was 69.08% and female literacy was 53.95%.