Bangra - Guthani, Siwan
Bangra is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Biswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bangra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangra is 232263. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bangra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bangra
As per Census 2011, Bangra village has a total population of 1,215 people, consisting of 603 males and 612 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bangra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 603 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 400 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 203 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Bangra
Bangra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gareria | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Karom | East | 1.09 km |
| Piprahia | West | 1.10 km |
| Netwar | South | 1.44 km |
| Arazi Ekbari | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Khap Pataua | North | 1.50 km |
| Arazi Ekwari | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Sham Bodi | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Pataua Buzurg | North | 1.75 km |
| Majhaulia | North-East | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bangra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bangra. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mairwa to Bangra is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Bangra is about 25 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 Bangra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bangra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bangra
Where is Bangra located?
Bangra village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangra is Biswar.
What is the pincode of Bangra?
The pincode of Bangra is 841239.
What is the population of Bangra?
Bangra has a total population of 1,215, including 603 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Bangra?
There are 171 households in Bangra.
What is the literacy rate in Bangra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangra is 55.72%. Male literacy is 66.33% and female literacy is 45.26%.