Banauta - Parsa, Saran
Banauta is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Banauta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banauta is 234033. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Banauta 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 Banauta
As per Census 2011, Banauta village has a total population of 5,479 people, consisting of 2,697 males and 2,782 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 947 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,815 literate and 2,664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banauta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,479 | 2,697 | 2,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 947 | 470 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 228 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,815 | 1,640 | 1,175 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,664 | 1,057 | 1,607 |
Nearby Villages of Banauta
Banauta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patti Bali | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Kohra | East | 1.64 km |
| Mujauna | South | 1.98 km |
| Patti Mujauna | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Anjni | West | 2.16 km |
| Fatehpur | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Ekderwa Masuriya | East | 2.42 km |
| Qasba Maker | North | 2.51 km |
| Sikti | West | 3.04 km |
| Bhathna | North-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banauta
Banauta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sitalpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Banauta is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Banauta is about 38 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 Banauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banauta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banauta 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 Banauta
Where is Banauta located?
Banauta village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banauta?
Banauta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banauta?
The pincode of Banauta is 841219.
What is the population of Banauta?
Banauta has a total population of 5,479, including 2,697 males and 2,782 females.
How many households are there in Banauta?
There are 920 households in Banauta.
What is the literacy rate in Banauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banauta is 51.38%. Male literacy is 60.81% and female literacy is 42.24%.