Phent - Basopatti, Madhubani
Phent is a village situated in the Basopatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basopatti and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Phent village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phent is 219924. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.02 hectares and falls under the 847225 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Phent village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phent
As per Census 2011, Phent village has a total population of 5,005 people, consisting of 2,644 males and 2,361 females. The village has 1,059 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 736 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,884 literate and 2,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 957 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phent are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,005 | 2,644 | 2,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 370 | 366 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 500 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,884 | 1,718 | 1,166 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,121 | 926 | 1,195 |
Nearby Villages of Phent
Phent 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patauna | West | 1.09 km |
| Manmohan | East | 1.52 km |
| Barantpur | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Damu | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Hathapur | North | 2.80 km |
| Arghawa | East | 2.88 km |
| Narkatia | East | 3.06 km |
| Chanan | West | 3.07 km |
| Bhaiapatti | South | 3.17 km |
| Siriapur | South-West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phent
Phent is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Phent is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Phent is about 32 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 Phent
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phent village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phent
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phent 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 Phent
Where is Phent located?
Phent village is located in Basopatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phent?
Phent is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phent?
The pincode of Phent is 847225.
What is the population of Phent?
Phent has a total population of 5,005, including 2,644 males and 2,361 females.
How many households are there in Phent?
There are 1,059 households in Phent.
What is the literacy rate in Phent?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phent is 57.62%. Male literacy is 64.98% and female literacy is 49.39%.