Ban Bairia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Ban Bairia is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhamaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban Bairia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban Bairia is 216474. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.3 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ban Bairia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ban Bairia
As per Census 2011, Ban Bairia village has a total population of 1,425 people, consisting of 725 males and 700 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ban Bairia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,425 | 725 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 139 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 116 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 243 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 362 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 363 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Ban Bairia
Ban Bairia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puraina | East | 1.29 km |
| Dhamaura | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Lachhmipur | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Laukar | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Biranchi | South | 1.80 km |
| Supaul | North | 1.94 km |
| Bhatni | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Chakarsen | East | 2.70 km |
| Genharia | West | 2.82 km |
| Sitlapur | South | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ban Bairia
Public transport in the Ban Bairia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Ban Bairia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Ban Bairia is about 69 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 Ban Bairia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban Bairia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ban Bairia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ban Bairia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ban Bairia
Where is Ban Bairia located?
Ban Bairia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban Bairia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban Bairia is Dhamaura.
What is the pincode of Ban Bairia?
The pincode of Ban Bairia is 845455.
What is the population of Ban Bairia?
Ban Bairia has a total population of 1,425, including 725 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Ban Bairia?
There are 219 households in Ban Bairia.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Bairia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Bairia is 41.89%. Male literacy is 49.93% and female literacy is 33.57%.