Bhatkan Khem - Ziradei, Siwan
Bhatkan Khem is a village situated in the Ziradei subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ziradei and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Narendrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatkan Khem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatkan Khem is 232096. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 841446 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhatkan Khem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatkan Khem
As per Census 2011, Bhatkan Khem village has a total population of 1,432 people, consisting of 712 males and 720 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatkan Khem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,432 | 712 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 101 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 453 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 259 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatkan Khem
Bhatkan Khem 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 Bhatkan Khem
Bhatkan Khem is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhatkan Khem.
| 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 Siwan to Bhatkan Khem is about 13 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 Bhatkan Khem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatkan Khem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatkan Khem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatkan Khem 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 Bhatkan Khem
Where is Bhatkan Khem located?
Bhatkan Khem village is located in Ziradei Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatkan Khem?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatkan Khem is Narendrapur.
What is the pincode of Bhatkan Khem?
The pincode of Bhatkan Khem is 841446.
What is the population of Bhatkan Khem?
Bhatkan Khem has a total population of 1,432, including 712 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Bhatkan Khem?
There are 210 households in Bhatkan Khem.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatkan Khem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatkan Khem is 54.12%. Male literacy is 63.62% and female literacy is 44.72%.