Bendauli - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Bendauli is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jamunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bendauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bendauli is 216443. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.4 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bendauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bendauli
As per Census 2011, Bendauli village has a total population of 1,710 people, consisting of 841 males and 869 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 576 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bendauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,710 | 841 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 205 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 293 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 109 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 470 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 371 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Bendauli
Bendauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kathraw | South | 1.29 km |
| Ratanpurwa | North | 1.55 km |
| Parsanda | North | 1.65 km |
| Genharia | East | 1.66 km |
| Kehunia Dih | West | 2.05 km |
| Ratni | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Sisai | West | 2.53 km |
| Dhanauji | South | 2.56 km |
| Gheghaulia | North | 2.60 km |
| Dumaria | North | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bendauli
Bendauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Narkatiyaganj to Bendauli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bendauli 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 Bendauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bendauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bendauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bendauli 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 Bendauli
Where is Bendauli located?
Bendauli village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bendauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bendauli is Jamunia.
What is the pincode of Bendauli?
The pincode of Bendauli is 845455.
What is the population of Bendauli?
Bendauli has a total population of 1,710, including 841 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Bendauli?
There are 312 households in Bendauli.
What is the literacy rate in Bendauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bendauli is 52.34%. Male literacy is 55.89% and female literacy is 48.91%.