Binwalia - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Binwalia is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Binbaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Binwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binwalia is 216740. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.9 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Binwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Binwalia
As per Census 2011, Binwalia village has a total population of 3,668 people, consisting of 1,908 males and 1,760 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 897 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,256 literate and 2,412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 597 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Binwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,668 | 1,908 | 1,760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 897 | 445 | 452 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 300 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 837 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,412 | 1,071 | 1,341 |
Nearby Villages of Binwalia
Binwalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanki | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Chengauna | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Terhi Kuia | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Salempur | West | 2.10 km |
| Saidpur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Balua | North | 2.65 km |
| Maldahia | South | 2.73 km |
| Sitapur | North | 2.96 km |
| Chamua | West | 3.03 km |
| Chaurbar | South-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Binwalia
Binwalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narkatiaganj Jn, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Binwalia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Binwalia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Binwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binwalia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Binwalia
Where is Binwalia located?
Binwalia village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Binwalia is Binbaliya.
What is the pincode of Binwalia?
The pincode of Binwalia is 845455.
What is the population of Binwalia?
Binwalia has a total population of 3,668, including 1,908 males and 1,760 females.
How many households are there in Binwalia?
There are 734 households in Binwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Binwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binwalia is 34.24%. Male literacy is 43.87% and female literacy is 23.81%.