Bhawanipur Village - Madhepur, Madhubani
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Gargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 220904. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.2 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
As per Census 2011, Bhawanipur village has a total population of 1,616 people, consisting of 880 males and 736 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 1,027 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawanipur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,616 | 880 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 173 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 284 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 409 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,027 | 471 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | East | 1.64 km |
| Garhgaon | North | 1.81 km |
| Mainahi | East | 2.00 km |
| Gobargarha | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Basipatti | West | 2.54 km |
| Parriahi | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Parsauni | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Telwa | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Luchpani | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Narahia | East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhawanipur
Public transport in the Bhawanipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Supaul, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Supaul to Bhawanipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bhawanipur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhawanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur is Gargaon.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 847402.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur has a total population of 1,616, including 880 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
There are 370 households in Bhawanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur is 36.45%. Male literacy is 46.48% and female literacy is 24.46%.