Banauli - Sursand, Sitamarhi
Banauli is a village situated in the Sursand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sursand and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Banauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banauli is 219228. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.8 hectares and falls under the 843331 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Banauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banauli
As per Census 2011, Banauli village has a total population of 4,449 people, consisting of 2,317 males and 2,132 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 895 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,030 literate and 2,419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,449 | 2,317 | 2,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 895 | 469 | 426 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 317 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 2,030 | 1,251 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,419 | 1,066 | 1,353 |
Nearby Villages of Banauli
Banauli 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 Banauli
Banauli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Banauli is about 35 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 Banauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banauli
Where is Banauli located?
Banauli village is located in Sursand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banauli?
Banauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banauli?
The pincode of Banauli is 843331.
What is the population of Banauli?
Banauli has a total population of 4,449, including 2,317 males and 2,132 females.
How many households are there in Banauli?
There are 930 households in Banauli.
What is the literacy rate in Banauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banauli is 45.63%. Male literacy is 53.99% and female literacy is 36.54%.