Bharanpura - Sonepur, Saran
Bharanpura is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bharpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharanpura is 234547. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bharanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bharanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Bharanpura village had a total population of 5,543 people, including 2,960 males and 2,583 females, living in 1,128 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.54%, with male literacy at 82.63% and female literacy at 60.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 688.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,543 | 2,960 | 2,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 806 | 427 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 359 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,436 | 2,093 | 1,343 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,107 | 867 | 1,240 |
Nearby Villages of Bharanpura
Bharanpura 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 Bharanpura
Bharanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bharanpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Bharanpura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Bharanpura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharanpura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharanpura 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bharanpura
Where is Bharanpura located?
Bharanpura village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharanpura is Bharpura.
What is the pincode of Bharanpura?
The pincode of Bharanpura is 841101.
What is the population of Bharanpura?
Bharanpura had a total population of 5,543, including 2,960 males and 2,583 females.
How many households are there in Bharanpura?
Bharanpura had 1,128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharanpura was 72.54%. Male literacy was 82.63% and female literacy was 60.93%.