Betahania - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Betahania is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhamaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betahania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betahania is 216463. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.1 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Betahania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Betahania
As per Census 2011, Betahania village has a total population of 845 people, consisting of 410 males and 435 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 828 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betahania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 845 | 410 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 828 | 401 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 242 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 168 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Betahania
Betahania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sembhupur | East | 0.89 km |
| Parsa Dih | North | 1.04 km |
| Dewarh | South | 1.19 km |
| Sonkhar | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Bhatni | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Gheghaulia | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Botgonw | West | 1.91 km |
| Khairatia | East | 2.13 km |
| Balwal | North | 2.23 km |
| Supaul | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Betahania
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Betahania. The nearest railway station is Bhikhna Thori, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Betahania is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Betahania is about 61 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 Betahania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betahania 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 Betahania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betahania 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 Betahania
Where is Betahania located?
Betahania village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betahania?
The Gram Panchayat of Betahania is Dhamaura.
What is the pincode of Betahania?
The pincode of Betahania is 845455.
What is the population of Betahania?
Betahania has a total population of 845, including 410 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Betahania?
There are 147 households in Betahania.
What is the literacy rate in Betahania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betahania is 46.15%. Male literacy is 59.02% and female literacy is 34.02%.