Bhawanipur - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Mahadeopatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 219159. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bhawanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhawanipur
As per Census 2011, Bhawanipur village has a total population of 3,298 people, consisting of 1,766 males and 1,532 females. The village has 643 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 706 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,232 literate and 2,066 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,298 | 1,766 | 1,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 394 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,232 | 835 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,066 | 931 | 1,135 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Bhawanipur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur is Mahadeopatti.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 843324.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur has a total population of 3,298, including 1,766 males and 1,532 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
There are 643 households in Bhawanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur is 37.36%. Male literacy is 47.28% and female literacy is 25.91%.