Bhargawan - Madhepur, Madhubani
Bhargawan is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bhargama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhargawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhargawan is 220896. The village covers a total geographical area of 742.9 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhargawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhargawan
As per Census 2011, Bhargawan village has a total population of 6,455 people, consisting of 3,405 males and 3,050 females. The village has 1,315 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,002 literate and 4,453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 879 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhargawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,455 | 3,405 | 3,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,305 | 686 | 619 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 879 | 474 | 405 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,002 | 1,414 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,453 | 1,991 | 2,462 |
Nearby Villages of Bhargawan
Bhargawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tangraha | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bakwa | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Lilja | North | 3.02 km |
| Kaithwar | East | 3.59 km |
| Mani Mahpatia | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Khajuri | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Balthi | West | 3.80 km |
| Bheja | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Murlipur | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Gopalpur Khurd | East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhargawan
Public transport in the Bhargawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 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 Jhanjharpur to Bhargawan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bhargawan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhargawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhargawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhargawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhargawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhargawan
Where is Bhargawan located?
Bhargawan village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhargawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhargawan is Bhargama.
What is the pincode of Bhargawan?
The pincode of Bhargawan is 847408.
What is the population of Bhargawan?
Bhargawan has a total population of 6,455, including 3,405 males and 3,050 females.
How many households are there in Bhargawan?
There are 1,315 households in Bhargawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bhargawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhargawan is 31.01%. Male literacy is 41.53% and female literacy is 19.28%.