Badar Zamin - Barharia, Siwan
Badar Zamin is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Aurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badar Zamin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badar Zamin is 231413. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badar Zamin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siwan Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badar Zamin
As per Census 2011, Badar Zamin village has a total population of 825 people, consisting of 425 males and 400 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badar Zamin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 825 | 425 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 61 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 271 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 154 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Badar Zamin
Badar Zamin is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawalhata | West | 0.73 km |
| Siari Khurd | North | 0.78 km |
| Lachhmi Chak | East | 1.23 km |
| Siari | North | 1.47 km |
| Aurai | West | 1.57 km |
| Sundarpur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Bangra Buzurg | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Bhalui | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Rohara | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Mahammadpur | South | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badar Zamin
Badar Zamin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hathua, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Badar Zamin 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 Badar Zamin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badar Zamin 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 Badar Zamin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badar Zamin 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badar Zamin
Where is Badar Zamin located?
Badar Zamin village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badar Zamin?
The Gram Panchayat of Badar Zamin is Aurai.
What is the pincode of Badar Zamin?
The pincode of Badar Zamin is 841232.
What is the population of Badar Zamin?
Badar Zamin has a total population of 825, including 425 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Badar Zamin?
There are 154 households in Badar Zamin.
What is the literacy rate in Badar Zamin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badar Zamin is 52.97%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 41.50%.