Bhawanipur - Chhatapur, Supaul
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Guwalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 221098. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 854339 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bhawanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhawanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawanipur village had a total population of 1,978 people, including 1,029 males and 949 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.46%, with male literacy at 58.28% and female literacy at 35.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 537.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,978 | 1,029 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 190 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 258 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 489 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,221 | 540 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Forbesganj to Bhawanipur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhawanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawanipur is Guwalpara.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 854339.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur had a total population of 1,978, including 1,029 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur was 47.46%. Male literacy was 58.28% and female literacy was 35.45%.