Bhatchaura - Babubarhi, Madhubani
Bhatchaura is a village situated in the Babubarhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babubarhi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bhatchaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatchaura is 220147. The village covers a total geographical area of 546 hectares and falls under the 847227 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhatchaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatchaura
As per Census 2011, Bhatchaura village has a total population of 5,696 people, consisting of 3,018 males and 2,678 females. The village has 1,143 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,530 literate and 3,166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatchaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,696 | 3,018 | 2,678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,105 | 606 | 499 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 360 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,530 | 1,700 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,166 | 1,318 | 1,848 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatchaura
Bhatchaura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhap Kalan | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Baruwar | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Pachhar | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Bhakua | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Nandrahi | East | 3.60 km |
| Silra | West | 3.71 km |
| Chandar Gobraura | South | 4.26 km |
| Parwa | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Chhaurahi | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Paduma | North | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhatchaura
Bhatchaura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Korahia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.1 km.
| 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 Jainagar to Bhatchaura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bhatchaura is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatchaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatchaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhatchaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatchaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhatchaura
Where is Bhatchaura located?
Bhatchaura village is located in Babubarhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatchaura?
Bhatchaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatchaura?
The pincode of Bhatchaura is 847227.
What is the population of Bhatchaura?
Bhatchaura has a total population of 5,696, including 3,018 males and 2,678 females.
How many households are there in Bhatchaura?
There are 1,143 households in Bhatchaura.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatchaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatchaura is 44.42%. Male literacy is 56.33% and female literacy is 30.99%.