Bahelia - Guthani, Siwan
Bahelia is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Chitakhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahelia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahelia is 232174. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bahelia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahelia
According to the 2011 Census, Bahelia village had a total population of 551 people, including 262 males and 289 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.14%, with male literacy at 83.73% and female literacy at 54.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 551 | 262 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 175 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 87 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Bahelia
Bahelia 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 Bahelia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bahelia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bahelia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mairwa to Bahelia is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Bahelia is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahelia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahelia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahelia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahelia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahelia
Where is Bahelia located?
Bahelia village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahelia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahelia is Chitakhal.
What is the pincode of Bahelia?
The pincode of Bahelia is 841239.
What is the population of Bahelia?
Bahelia had a total population of 551, including 262 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Bahelia?
Bahelia had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahelia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahelia was 68.14%. Male literacy was 83.73% and female literacy was 54.73%.