Ganeshpur Babhangawan - Riga, Sitamarhi
Ganeshpur Babhangawan is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Riga and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Ganeshpur Babhangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshpur Babhangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpur Babhangawan is 219360. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ganeshpur Babhangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganeshpur Babhangawan
As per Census 2011, Ganeshpur Babhangawan village has a total population of 8,988 people, consisting of 4,753 males and 4,235 females. The village has 2,104 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,673 literate and 4,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 960 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshpur Babhangawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,988 | 4,753 | 4,235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,630 | 813 | 817 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 960 | 496 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 4,673 | 2,899 | 1,774 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,315 | 1,854 | 2,461 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpur Babhangawan
Ganeshpur Babhangawan 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 Ganeshpur Babhangawan
Ganeshpur Babhangawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Ganeshpur Babhangawan is about 11 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 Ganeshpur Babhangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpur Babhangawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpur Babhangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpur Babhangawan 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 Ganeshpur Babhangawan
Where is Ganeshpur Babhangawan located?
Ganeshpur Babhangawan village is located in Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshpur Babhangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshpur Babhangawan is Ganeshpur Babhangama.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpur Babhangawan?
The pincode of Ganeshpur Babhangawan is 843327.
What is the population of Ganeshpur Babhangawan?
Ganeshpur Babhangawan has a total population of 8,988, including 4,753 males and 4,235 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpur Babhangawan?
There are 2,104 households in Ganeshpur Babhangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpur Babhangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpur Babhangawan is 51.99%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 41.89%.