Babhangawan - Dighwara, Saran
Babhangawan is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Akilpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhangawan is 234477. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.7 hectares and falls under the 841207 pincode. Dighwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Babhangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhangawan
As per Census 2011, Babhangawan village has a total population of 1,921 people, consisting of 991 males and 930 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 1,142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhangawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 991 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 190 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 497 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,142 | 494 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Babhangawan
Babhangawan 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 Babhangawan
Babhangawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dighwara to Babhangawan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Babhangawan is about 40 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 Babhangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhangawan 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 Babhangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhangawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babhangawan
Where is Babhangawan located?
Babhangawan village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhangawan is Akilpur.
What is the pincode of Babhangawan?
The pincode of Babhangawan is 841207.
What is the population of Babhangawan?
Babhangawan has a total population of 1,921, including 991 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Babhangawan?
There are 252 households in Babhangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Babhangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhangawan is 40.55%. Male literacy is 50.15% and female literacy is 30.32%.