Babhnauli - Mairwa, Siwan
Babhnauli is a village situated in the Mairwa subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mairwa and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Babhanauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babhnauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhnauli is 232140. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Babhnauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babhnauli
As per Census 2011, Babhnauli village has a total population of 4,170 people, consisting of 2,191 males and 1,979 females. The village has 814 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,663 literate and 1,507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 883 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babhnauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,170 | 2,191 | 1,979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 307 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 883 | 460 | 423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,663 | 1,538 | 1,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,507 | 653 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Babhnauli
Babhnauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surad Sahi | North-West | 0.59 km |
| Arazi Inglish | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Ugarsen Chhapra | East | 0.86 km |
| Chup Chupwa | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Chakia | North | 0.96 km |
| Bhathahi | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Siswa Khurd | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Harnathpur | North | 1.24 km |
| Chaumukha Kalan | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Parari | West | 1.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babhnauli
Babhnauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Babhnauli is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Babhnauli is about 22 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 Babhnauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhnauli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babhnauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhnauli 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 Babhnauli
Where is Babhnauli located?
Babhnauli village is located in Mairwa Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhnauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Babhnauli is Babhanauli.
What is the pincode of Babhnauli?
The pincode of Babhnauli is 841239.
What is the population of Babhnauli?
Babhnauli has a total population of 4,170, including 2,191 males and 1,979 females.
How many households are there in Babhnauli?
There are 814 households in Babhnauli.
What is the literacy rate in Babhnauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhnauli is 63.86%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 56.85%.