Banar Jhula - Pakri Dayal, Purbi Champaran
Banar Jhula is a village situated in the Pakri Dayal subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from Pakri Dayal and around 27 km from Motihari. Tharwitia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banar Jhula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banar Jhula is 218500. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.1 hectares and falls under the 845428 pincode. Pakri Dayal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Banar Jhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Banar Jhula
According to the 2011 Census, Banar Jhula village had a total population of 2,390 people, including 1,239 males and 1,151 females, living in 471 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.00%, with male literacy at 52.40% and female literacy at 34.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 2,390 | 1,239 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 237 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 525 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 714 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Banar Jhula
Banar Jhula 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 Banar Jhula
Banar Jhula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakri Dayal to Banar Jhula is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Banar Jhula is about 27 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 Banar Jhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banar Jhula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banar Jhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banar Jhula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Banar Jhula
Where is Banar Jhula located?
Banar Jhula village is located in Pakri Dayal Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banar Jhula?
The Gram Panchayat of Banar Jhula is Tharwitia.
What is the pincode of Banar Jhula?
The pincode of Banar Jhula is 845428.
What is the population of Banar Jhula?
Banar Jhula had a total population of 2,390, including 1,239 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Banar Jhula?
Banar Jhula had 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banar Jhula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banar Jhula was 44.00%. Male literacy was 52.40% and female literacy was 34.95%.