Baragaon - Bajpatti, Sitamarhi
Baragaon is a village situated in the Bajpatti subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpatti and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bangaon Dakshini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baragaon is 219657. The village covers a total geographical area of 925 hectares and falls under the 843314 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Baragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baragaon
As per Census 2011, Baragaon village has a total population of 18,466 people, consisting of 9,744 males and 8,722 females. The village has 3,803 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,094 literate and 9,372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,466 | 9,744 | 8,722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,230 | 1,653 | 1,577 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,139 | 1,145 | 994 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 9,094 | 5,533 | 3,561 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,372 | 4,211 | 5,161 |
Nearby Villages of Baragaon
Baragaon 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 Baragaon
Public transport in the Baragaon is mainly available through bus services. Baragaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Baragaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Baragaon
Where is Baragaon located?
Baragaon village is located in Bajpatti Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baragaon is Bangaon Dakshini.
What is the pincode of Baragaon?
The pincode of Baragaon is 843314.
What is the population of Baragaon?
Baragaon has a total population of 18,466, including 9,744 males and 8,722 females.
How many households are there in Baragaon?
There are 3,803 households in Baragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Baragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baragaon is 49.25%. Male literacy is 56.78% and female literacy is 40.83%.