Bhawanipur - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhamaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 216465. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhawanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhawanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawanipur village had a total population of 768 people, including 384 males and 384 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.61%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 37.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 384 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 84 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 170 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 195 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 189 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
Public transport in the Bhawanipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhawanipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Bhawanipur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bhawanipur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhawanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur is Dhamaura.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 845455.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur had a total population of 768, including 384 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur was 51.61%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 37.72%.