Bhimnagar - Basantpur, Supaul
Bhimnagar 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 85 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Bhimnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimnagar is 220942. The village covers a total geographical area of 886 hectares and falls under the 854338 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bhimnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhimnagar
As per Census 2011, Bhimnagar village has a total population of 7,688 people, consisting of 4,051 males and 3,637 females. The village has 1,610 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,599 literate and 3,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhimnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,688 | 4,051 | 3,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,410 | 716 | 694 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,272 | 660 | 612 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,599 | 2,682 | 1,917 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,089 | 1,369 | 1,720 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimnagar
Bhimnagar 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 Bhimnagar
Bhimnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhimnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Birpur to Bhimnagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Bhimnagar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhimnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhimnagar
Where is Bhimnagar located?
Bhimnagar village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimnagar?
Bhimnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhimnagar?
The pincode of Bhimnagar is 854338.
What is the population of Bhimnagar?
Bhimnagar has a total population of 7,688, including 4,051 males and 3,637 females.
How many households are there in Bhimnagar?
There are 1,610 households in Bhimnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimnagar is 59.82%. Male literacy is 66.21% and female literacy is 52.71%.