Babhangawan - Parsa, Saran
Babhangawan is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Anyay serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhangawan is 234078. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.1 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Babhangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhangawan
As per Census 2011, Babhangawan village has a total population of 658 people, consisting of 324 males and 334 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhangawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 324 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 87 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 199 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 125 | 178 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chapra to Babhangawan is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 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 Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhangawan is Anyay.
What is the pincode of Babhangawan?
The pincode of Babhangawan is 841219.
What is the population of Babhangawan?
Babhangawan has a total population of 658, including 324 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Babhangawan?
There are 106 households in Babhangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Babhangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhangawan is 53.95%. Male literacy is 61.42% and female literacy is 46.71%.