Babhanpura - Dagarua, Purnia
Babhanpura is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Belgacchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhanpura is 224233. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Babhanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Babhanpura village had a total population of 561 people, including 304 males and 257 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.34%, with male literacy at 59.04% and female literacy at 37.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 561 | 304 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 147 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 157 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Babhanpura
Babhanpura 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 Babhanpura
Babhanpura 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Babhanpura is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhanpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babhanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhanpura 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 Babhanpura
Where is Babhanpura located?
Babhanpura village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhanpura is Belgacchi.
What is the pincode of Babhanpura?
The pincode of Babhanpura is 854326.
What is the population of Babhanpura?
Babhanpura had a total population of 561, including 304 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Babhanpura?
Babhanpura had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhanpura was 49.34%. Male literacy was 59.04% and female literacy was 37.80%.