Bangawan - Tetiha Bambor, Munger
Bangawan is a village situated in the Tetiha Bambor subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tetiha Bambor and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Bangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangawan is 243210. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bangawan
As per Census 2011, Bangawan village has a total population of 4,219 people, consisting of 2,251 males and 1,968 females. The village has 859 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 824 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,041 literate and 2,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bangawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,219 | 2,251 | 1,968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 441 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 351 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 2,041 | 1,223 | 818 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,178 | 1,028 | 1,150 |
Nearby Villages of Bangawan
Bangawan 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 Bangawan
Bangawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Bangawan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Bangawan 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 Bangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangawan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangawan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bangawan
Where is Bangawan located?
Bangawan village is located in Tetiha Bambor Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangawan is Bangama.
What is the pincode of Bangawan?
The pincode of Bangawan is 811213.
What is the population of Bangawan?
Bangawan has a total population of 4,219, including 2,251 males and 1,968 females.
How many households are there in Bangawan?
There are 859 households in Bangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangawan is 48.38%. Male literacy is 54.33% and female literacy is 41.57%.