Baniapur - Manjhi, Saran
Baniapur is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Baleshara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baniapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baniapur is 233393. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 841205 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Baniapur 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 Baniapur
As per Census 2011, Baniapur village has a total population of 1,561 people, consisting of 807 males and 754 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baniapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,561 | 807 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 609 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 198 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Baniapur
Baniapur 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 Baniapur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Baniapur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Baniapur.
| 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 Baniapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Baniapur is about 26 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 Baniapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baniapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baniapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baniapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baniapur
Where is Baniapur located?
Baniapur village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baniapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Baniapur is Baleshara.
What is the pincode of Baniapur?
The pincode of Baniapur is 841205.
What is the population of Baniapur?
Baniapur has a total population of 1,561, including 807 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Baniapur?
There are 242 households in Baniapur.
What is the literacy rate in Baniapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baniapur is 64.83%. Male literacy is 75.46% and female literacy is 53.45%.