Babhni - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Babhni is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Taulaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhni is 216315. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Babhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhni
According to the 2011 Census, Babhni village had a total population of 318 people, including 160 males and 158 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.06%, with male literacy at 46.83% and female literacy at 28.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 318 | 160 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 59 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 101 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Babhni
Babhni 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 Babhni
Babhni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Babhni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Babhni is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Babhni is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhni 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babhni
Where is Babhni located?
Babhni village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhni is Taulaha.
What is the pincode of Babhni?
The pincode of Babhni is 845106.
What is the population of Babhni?
Babhni had a total population of 318, including 160 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Babhni?
Babhni had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhni was 38.06%. Male literacy was 46.83% and female literacy was 28.93%.