Babhan Lai - Bihta, Patna
Babhan Lai is a village situated in the Bihta subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihta and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Machhalpur Lai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhan Lai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhan Lai is 245468. The village covers a total geographical area of 472 hectares and falls under the 801103 pincode. Bihata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Babhan Lai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bikram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pataliputra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhan Lai
As per Census 2011, Babhan Lai village has a total population of 3,627 people, consisting of 1,870 males and 1,757 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 558 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,005 literate and 1,622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 702 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhan Lai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,627 | 1,870 | 1,757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 290 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 378 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,005 | 1,212 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,622 | 658 | 964 |
Nearby Villages of Babhan Lai
Babhan Lai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akhtiarpur | East | 1.43 km |
| Ghoratap | West | 1.62 km |
| Nagabihta | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Mithapur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Kelhanpur | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Pakrandha | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Dihri | East | 2.83 km |
| Ramtari | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Birdhaur | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Barah | South | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhan Lai
Babhan Lai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Block Cabin Chakki, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihata to Babhan Lai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Babhan Lai is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhan Lai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhan Lai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babhan Lai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhan Lai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babhan Lai
Where is Babhan Lai located?
Babhan Lai village is located in Bihta Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhan Lai?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhan Lai is Machhalpur Lai.
What is the pincode of Babhan Lai?
The pincode of Babhan Lai is 801103.
What is the population of Babhan Lai?
Babhan Lai has a total population of 3,627, including 1,870 males and 1,757 females.
How many households are there in Babhan Lai?
There are 562 households in Babhan Lai.
What is the literacy rate in Babhan Lai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhan Lai is 55.28%. Male literacy is 64.81% and female literacy is 45.13%.