Babhantoli - Pakri Dayal, Purbi Champaran
Babhantoli is a village situated in the Pakri Dayal subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from Pakri Dayal and around 24 km from Motihari. Chaita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhantoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhantoli is 218507. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.2 hectares and falls under the 845428 pincode. Pakri Dayal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Babhantoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhantoli
According to the 2011 Census, Babhantoli village had a total population of 857 people, including 460 males and 397 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.62%, with male literacy at 78.82% and female literacy at 53.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 857 | 460 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 87 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 294 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 166 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Babhantoli
Babhantoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhapra Bhikhari | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Shekhpurwa | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Chaita | West | 2.12 km |
| Bokane Kalan | East | 2.81 km |
| Chaknaha | South | 3.09 km |
| Rajepur Nawada | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Parsauni Kapur | East | 3.70 km |
| Sisahni | North | 3.74 km |
| Bokane Khurd | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Chorma | South-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhantoli
Babhantoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakri Dayal to Babhantoli is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Babhantoli is about 24 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 Babhantoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhantoli 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 Babhantoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhantoli 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babhantoli
Where is Babhantoli located?
Babhantoli village is located in Pakri Dayal Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhantoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhantoli is Chaita.
What is the pincode of Babhantoli?
The pincode of Babhantoli is 845428.
What is the population of Babhantoli?
Babhantoli had a total population of 857, including 460 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Babhantoli?
Babhantoli had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhantoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhantoli was 66.62%. Male literacy was 78.82% and female literacy was 53.12%.