Bagahi - Manjhi, Saran
Bagahi is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Mobarakpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagahi is 233353. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 841305 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bagahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagahi
As per Census 2011, Bagahi village has a total population of 4,676 people, consisting of 2,390 males and 2,286 females. The village has 728 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 808 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,632 literate and 2,044 illiterate residents. Additionally, 805 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,676 | 2,390 | 2,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 808 | 430 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 805 | 409 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 28 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,632 | 1,644 | 988 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,044 | 746 | 1,298 |
Nearby Villages of Bagahi
Bagahi 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 Bagahi
Bagahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bagahi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Bagahi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Bagahi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bagahi
Where is Bagahi located?
Bagahi village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagahi is Mobarakpur.
What is the pincode of Bagahi?
The pincode of Bagahi is 841305.
What is the population of Bagahi?
Bagahi has a total population of 4,676, including 2,390 males and 2,286 females.
How many households are there in Bagahi?
There are 728 households in Bagahi.
What is the literacy rate in Bagahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagahi is 56.29%. Male literacy is 68.79% and female literacy is 43.22%.