Babhni - Sirdala, Nawada
Babhni is a village situated in the Sirdala subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirdala and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Khanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhni is 258331. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 805127 pincode. Hisua is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Babhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhni
As per Census 2011, Babhni village has a total population of 552 people, consisting of 278 males and 274 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 278 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 191 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 87 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Babhni
Babhni 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 Babhni
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Babhni.
| 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 Hisua to Babhni is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Babhni is about 33 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 Babhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babhni
Where is Babhni located?
Babhni village is located in Sirdala Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhni is Khanpura.
What is the pincode of Babhni?
The pincode of Babhni is 805127.
What is the population of Babhni?
Babhni has a total population of 552, including 278 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Babhni?
There are 62 households in Babhni.
What is the literacy rate in Babhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhni is 53.08%. Male literacy is 68.71% and female literacy is 37.23%.