Ghorbanki - Basopatti, Madhubani
Ghorbanki is a village situated in the Basopatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basopatti and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Ghorbanki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorbanki is 219910. The village covers a total geographical area of 660 hectares and falls under the 847225 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghorbanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghorbanki
As per Census 2011, Ghorbanki village has a total population of 8,732 people, consisting of 4,511 males and 4,221 females. The village has 1,549 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,602 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,840 literate and 4,892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghorbanki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,732 | 4,511 | 4,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,602 | 841 | 761 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,123 | 587 | 536 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,840 | 2,366 | 1,474 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,892 | 2,145 | 2,747 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorbanki
Ghorbanki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marhia | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Birpur | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Baira | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Chatar | East | 3.21 km |
| Barhi | East | 3.22 km |
| Kauaha | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Selibeli | South | 4.10 km |
| Narkatia | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Hathapur | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Silanath Dulipatti | East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorbanki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghorbanki. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Ghorbanki is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Ghorbanki is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorbanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorbanki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorbanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorbanki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghorbanki
Where is Ghorbanki located?
Ghorbanki village is located in Basopatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorbanki?
Ghorbanki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghorbanki?
The pincode of Ghorbanki is 847225.
What is the population of Ghorbanki?
Ghorbanki has a total population of 8,732, including 4,511 males and 4,221 females.
How many households are there in Ghorbanki?
There are 1,549 households in Ghorbanki.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorbanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorbanki is 43.98%. Male literacy is 52.45% and female literacy is 34.92%.