Birdaban - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Birdaban is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from Kalyanpur and around 30 km from Motihari. Brindavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birdaban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birdaban is 218296. The village covers a total geographical area of 1057 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Birdaban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birdaban
As per Census 2011, Birdaban village has a total population of 11,833 people, consisting of 6,280 males and 5,553 females. The village has 2,245 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,023 literate and 6,810 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birdaban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,833 | 6,280 | 5,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,346 | 1,189 | 1,157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,167 | 1,129 | 1,038 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,023 | 3,138 | 1,885 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,810 | 3,142 | 3,668 |
Nearby Villages of Birdaban
Birdaban 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siswa Sob | West | 1.79 km |
| Phulwaria | West | 2.12 km |
| Sitalpur | East | 2.56 km |
| Hanuman Nagar | South | 2.60 km |
| Mathia | West | 2.91 km |
| Ram Karan Pakri | North | 2.96 km |
| Ahimanwan | West | 3.06 km |
| Bakhri Mahesh | West | 3.54 km |
| Pakri Dichhit | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Bahlolpur Sargi | North-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birdaban
Public transport in the Birdaban is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chakia to Birdaban is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Birdaban is about 30 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 Birdaban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birdaban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birdaban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birdaban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birdaban
Where is Birdaban located?
Birdaban village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birdaban?
The Gram Panchayat of Birdaban is Brindavan.
What is the pincode of Birdaban?
The pincode of Birdaban is 845413.
What is the population of Birdaban?
Birdaban has a total population of 11,833, including 6,280 males and 5,553 females.
How many households are there in Birdaban?
There are 2,245 households in Birdaban.
What is the literacy rate in Birdaban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birdaban is 42.45%. Male literacy is 49.97% and female literacy is 33.95%.