Bafniwan

Bafniwan is a village located in Harnaut subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Harnaut (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Basniyawan is the gram panchayat of Bafniwan village.

Here you can discover what makes Bafniwan unique in its vibrant Harnaut-Nalanda region. You’ll see Bafniwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bafniwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bafniwan is 244283. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Bafniwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Bafniwan

According to the 2011 Census, Bafniwan has a total population of about 2,237, with approximately 1,179 males and 1,058 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 539 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.58%, with male literacy at about 56.23% and female literacy near 35.82%. There are around 371 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bafniwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,237 1,179 1,058
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 460 244 216
Scheduled Castes (SC) 539 269 270
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,042 663 379
Illiterate Population 1,195 516 679

Connectivity of Bafniwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bafniwan. As per the 2011 stats, Bafniwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bafniwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bafniwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bafniwan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bafniwan

Where is Bafniwan located?
Bafniwan village is situated in Harnaut Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bafniwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bafniwan is Basniyawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bafniwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bafniwan is 2,237, with 1,179 males and 1,058 females.
How many households are there in Bafniwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bafniwan village has a total of 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bafniwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bafniwan is 46.58%. The male literacy rate is 56.23%, while the female literacy rate is 35.82%.