Bhimpur - Chhatapur, Supaul
Bhimpur is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Bhimpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimpur is 221047. The village covers a total geographical area of 1136.04 hectares and falls under the 854339 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bhimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhimpur
As per Census 2011, Bhimpur village has a total population of 5,870 people, consisting of 3,083 males and 2,787 females. The village has 1,242 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,090 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,104 literate and 2,766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 614 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,870 | 3,083 | 2,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,090 | 574 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 614 | 308 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 3,104 | 1,963 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,766 | 1,120 | 1,646 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimpur
Bhimpur 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 Bhimpur
Bhimpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhimpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Bhimpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Bhimpur 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 Bhimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimpur 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 Bhimpur
Where is Bhimpur located?
Bhimpur village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimpur?
Bhimpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhimpur?
The pincode of Bhimpur is 854339.
What is the population of Bhimpur?
Bhimpur has a total population of 5,870, including 3,083 males and 2,787 females.
How many households are there in Bhimpur?
There are 1,242 households in Bhimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimpur is 52.88%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 40.94%.