Bagwasa - Benipatti, Madhubani
Bagwasa is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bishanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagwasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagwasa is 220283. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.08 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Bagwasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagwasa
According to the 2011 Census, Bagwasa village had a total population of 1,737 people, including 880 males and 857 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.29%, with male literacy at 75.28% and female literacy at 61.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,737 | 880 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 172 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 137 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 533 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 347 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Bagwasa
Bagwasa 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 Bagwasa
Bagwasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bagwasa.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Bagwasa is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bagwasa is about 40 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 Bagwasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagwasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagwasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagwasa 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bagwasa
Where is Bagwasa located?
Bagwasa village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bagwasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagwasa is Bishanpur.
What is the pincode of Bagwasa?
The pincode of Bagwasa is 847102.
What is the population of Bagwasa?
Bagwasa had a total population of 1,737, including 880 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Bagwasa?
Bagwasa had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagwasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagwasa was 68.29%. Male literacy was 75.28% and female literacy was 61.32%.