Balbhadarpur - Basantpur, Supaul
Balbhadarpur is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Balbhadrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balbhadarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balbhadarpur is 220984. The village covers a total geographical area of 249 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balbhadarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balbhadarpur
As per Census 2011, Balbhadarpur village has a total population of 4,623 people, consisting of 2,341 males and 2,282 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 988 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,108 literate and 2,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 994 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balbhadarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,623 | 2,341 | 2,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 988 | 507 | 481 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 994 | 509 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,108 | 1,173 | 935 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,515 | 1,168 | 1,347 |
Nearby Villages of Balbhadarpur
Balbhadarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sobhankarpur | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Bairia Mal | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Barhampur | South | 1.46 km |
| Bairia Kamal | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Hedolwa | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Kochgawan | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Bairia Chawdhari | East | 2.26 km |
| Koyali | East | 2.60 km |
| Mohanpur | North | 2.66 km |
| Sahajpur | East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balbhadarpur
Balbhadarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Balbhadarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Balbhadarpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balbhadarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balbhadarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balbhadarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balbhadarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balbhadarpur
Where is Balbhadarpur located?
Balbhadarpur village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balbhadarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balbhadarpur is Balbhadrapur.
What is the pincode of Balbhadarpur?
The pincode of Balbhadarpur is 854340.
What is the population of Balbhadarpur?
Balbhadarpur has a total population of 4,623, including 2,341 males and 2,282 females.
How many households are there in Balbhadarpur?
There are 866 households in Balbhadarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Balbhadarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balbhadarpur is 45.60%. Male literacy is 50.11% and female literacy is 40.97%.