Babhangawan - Suppi, Sitamarhi
Babhangawan is a village situated in the Suppi subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suppi and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Babhangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhangawan is 218996. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Bairgania is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Babhangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhangawan
According to the 2011 Census, Babhangawan village had a total population of 7,231 people, including 3,850 males and 3,381 females, living in 1,679 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.74%, with male literacy at 62.45% and female literacy at 39.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 633, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,231 | 3,850 | 3,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,412 | 734 | 678 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 633 | 334 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,011 | 1,946 | 1,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,220 | 1,904 | 2,316 |
Nearby Villages of Babhangawan
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 Babhangawan
Babhangawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Babhangawan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bairgania to Babhangawan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Babhangawan is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhangawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Babhangawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babhangawan
Where is Babhangawan located?
Babhangawan village is located in Suppi Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babhangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhangawan is Babhangama.
What is the pincode of Babhangawan?
The pincode of Babhangawan is 843327.
What is the population of Babhangawan?
Babhangawan had a total population of 7,231, including 3,850 males and 3,381 females.
How many households are there in Babhangawan?
Babhangawan had 1,679 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhangawan was 51.74%. Male literacy was 62.45% and female literacy was 39.40%.