Bhawanipur - Riga, Sitamarhi
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Riga and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bhagwanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 219385. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 15 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 4,937 people, consisting of 2,624 males and 2,313 females. The village has 1,095 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,036 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,599 literate and 3,338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,937 | 2,624 | 2,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,036 | 527 | 509 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,599 | 1,068 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,338 | 1,556 | 1,782 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhawanipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 15 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur is Bhagwanpur.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 843327.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur has a total population of 4,937, including 2,624 males and 2,313 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
There are 1,095 households in Bhawanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur is 32.39%. Male literacy is 40.70% and female literacy is 22.96%.