Bihari Buzurg - Guthani, Siwan
Bihari Buzurg is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sonahula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bihari Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bihari Buzurg is 232223. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bihari Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bihari Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Bihari Buzurg village has a total population of 2,080 people, consisting of 1,043 males and 1,037 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,316 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bihari Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,080 | 1,043 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 160 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 241 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,316 | 778 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 265 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Bihari Buzurg
Bihari Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarea | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Goharua | South | 1.28 km |
| Sonahula | North | 1.29 km |
| Sirkarpur | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Tendua | East | 1.70 km |
| Guthani | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Ratanpura | North | 2.16 km |
| Manakpur | South | 2.25 km |
| Meharouna | West | 2.28 km |
| Mahal Garhwa | North-West | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bihari Buzurg
Bihari Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankata, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| 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 Mairwa to Bihari Buzurg is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Bihari Buzurg is about 36 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 Bihari Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bihari Buzurg 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 Bihari Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bihari Buzurg 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bihari Buzurg
Where is Bihari Buzurg located?
Bihari Buzurg village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bihari Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihari Buzurg is Sonahula.
What is the pincode of Bihari Buzurg?
The pincode of Bihari Buzurg is 841435.
What is the population of Bihari Buzurg?
Bihari Buzurg has a total population of 2,080, including 1,043 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Bihari Buzurg?
There are 384 households in Bihari Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Bihari Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bihari Buzurg is 63.27%. Male literacy is 74.59% and female literacy is 51.88%.