Ramnagar Bankat - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Ramnagar Bankat is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Ramnagar Bankat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramnagar Bankat is 217320. The village covers a total geographical area of 575 hectares and falls under the 845459 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ramnagar Bankat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bettiah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramnagar Bankat
As per Census 2011, Ramnagar Bankat village has a total population of 9,558 people, consisting of 4,984 males and 4,574 females. The village has 1,671 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,210 literate and 5,348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramnagar Bankat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,558 | 4,984 | 4,574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,144 | 1,087 | 1,057 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,583 | 796 | 787 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,210 | 2,620 | 1,590 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,348 | 2,364 | 2,984 |
Nearby Villages of Ramnagar Bankat
Ramnagar Bankat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Baijnathpur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Jawkatia | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Auhar Majharia | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Aunhar Shekh | South | 2.92 km |
| Amwa Majhar | West | 2.99 km |
| Majharia Shekh | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Pipra Pakri | North | 3.73 km |
| Tola Jagarnathpur | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Pakrihari | North | 4.20 km |
| Rupdih | North-West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramnagar Bankat
Public transport in the Ramnagar Bankat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Majhowlia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Ramnagar Bankat is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramnagar Bankat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramnagar Bankat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramnagar Bankat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramnagar Bankat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramnagar Bankat
Where is Ramnagar Bankat located?
Ramnagar Bankat village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramnagar Bankat?
Ramnagar Bankat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramnagar Bankat?
The pincode of Ramnagar Bankat is 845459.
What is the population of Ramnagar Bankat?
Ramnagar Bankat has a total population of 9,558, including 4,984 males and 4,574 females.
How many households are there in Ramnagar Bankat?
There are 1,671 households in Ramnagar Bankat.
What is the literacy rate in Ramnagar Bankat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramnagar Bankat is 44.05%. Male literacy is 52.57% and female literacy is 34.76%.