Bara Shankar - Patahi, Purbi Champaran
Bara Shankar is a village situated in the Patahi subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from Patahi and around 35 km from Motihari. Patahi West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Shankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Shankar is 218512. The village covers a total geographical area of 852.3 hectares and falls under the 845457 pincode. Pakri Dayal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bara Shankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Shankar
As per Census 2011, Bara Shankar village has a total population of 10,780 people, consisting of 5,625 males and 5,155 females. The village has 2,463 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,085 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,283 literate and 6,497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Shankar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,780 | 5,625 | 5,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,085 | 1,096 | 989 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,749 | 921 | 828 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,283 | 2,614 | 1,669 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,497 | 3,011 | 3,486 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Shankar
Bara Shankar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalpat Bishunpur | North | 1.77 km |
| Saraia Gopal | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Karmohna | West | 1.91 km |
| Non Pharwa | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Ratan Sagar | East | 2.12 km |
| Bakhri | South | 2.85 km |
| Sorpaniya | North | 2.91 km |
| Padumrier | East | 3.02 km |
| Barharwa Lakhansen | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Chandrahia | North | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Shankar
Public transport in the Bara Shankar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gurhanwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bara Shankar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Bara Shankar 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 Bara Shankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Shankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Shankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Shankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara Shankar
Where is Bara Shankar located?
Bara Shankar village is located in Patahi Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Shankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Shankar is Patahi West.
What is the pincode of Bara Shankar?
The pincode of Bara Shankar is 845457.
What is the population of Bara Shankar?
Bara Shankar has a total population of 10,780, including 5,625 males and 5,155 females.
How many households are there in Bara Shankar?
There are 2,463 households in Bara Shankar.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Shankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Shankar is 39.73%. Male literacy is 46.47% and female literacy is 32.38%.