Bhatgawan - Babubarhi, Madhubani
Bhatgawan is a village situated in the Babubarhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babubarhi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Ghanghaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatgawan is 220137. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.8 hectares and falls under the 847401 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhatgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatgawan
As per Census 2011, Bhatgawan village has a total population of 2,704 people, consisting of 1,381 males and 1,323 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 958 literate and 1,746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 675 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,704 | 1,381 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 270 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 348 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 666 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,746 | 715 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatgawan
Bhatgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhwapur | East | 1.16 km |
| Shyamsidhap | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Ghonghaur | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Beraghat | West | 1.93 km |
| Bithauni | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Ekma | West | 2.83 km |
| Satghara | East | 2.90 km |
| Sugauna | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Bagaul | North | 3.03 km |
| Bedauli | South-East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhatgawan
Bhatgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalit Lakshmipr, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Bhatgawan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bhatgawan is about 23 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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatgawan
Where is Bhatgawan located?
Bhatgawan village is located in Babubarhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatgawan is Ghanghaur.
What is the pincode of Bhatgawan?
The pincode of Bhatgawan is 847401.
What is the population of Bhatgawan?
Bhatgawan has a total population of 2,704, including 1,381 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Bhatgawan?
There are 509 households in Bhatgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatgawan is 35.43%. Male literacy is 48.23% and female literacy is 22.07%.