Bagaha - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Bagaha is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bagaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagaha is 219065. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.43 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bagaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathnaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagaha
As per Census 2011, Bagaha village has a total population of 6,408 people, consisting of 3,358 males and 3,050 females. The village has 1,230 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,771 literate and 4,637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,408 | 3,358 | 3,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,376 | 672 | 704 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,184 | 627 | 557 |
| Literate Population | 1,771 | 1,213 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,637 | 2,145 | 2,492 |
Nearby Villages of Bagaha
Bagaha 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 Bagaha
Public transport in the Bagaha 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 Bagaha 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 Bagaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagaha 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 Bagaha
Where is Bagaha located?
Bagaha village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagaha?
Bagaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagaha?
The pincode of Bagaha is 843330.
What is the population of Bagaha?
Bagaha has a total population of 6,408, including 3,358 males and 3,050 females.
How many households are there in Bagaha?
There are 1,230 households in Bagaha.
What is the literacy rate in Bagaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagaha is 27.64%. Male literacy is 36.12% and female literacy is 18.30%.