Bangawan - Colonelganj, Gonda
Bangawan is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Bangawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangawan is 174782. The village covers a total geographical area of 1042.92 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town.
Bangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangawan
As per Census 2011, Bangawan village has a total population of 8,390 people, consisting of 4,499 males and 3,891 females. The village has 1,307 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,185 literate and 5,205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,809 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bangawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,390 | 4,499 | 3,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,522 | 859 | 663 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,809 | 955 | 854 |
| Literate Population | 3,185 | 2,078 | 1,107 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,205 | 2,421 | 2,784 |
Nearby Villages of Bangawan
Bangawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saraiyya | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Khendaura | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Charera | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Shah Jot | East | 2.21 km |
| Jankinagar Grint | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Panchupur | East | 2.49 km |
| Majhauwa | West | 2.52 km |
| Rajgarh Aminpur | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Mahadev | North | 2.62 km |
| Newada Hasimpur | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bangawan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bangawan. The nearest railway station is Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Bangawan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangawan 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 Bangawan
Where is Bangawan located?
Bangawan village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangawan?
Bangawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bangawan?
The pincode of Bangawan is 271503.
What is the population of Bangawan?
Bangawan has a total population of 8,390, including 4,499 males and 3,891 females.
How many households are there in Bangawan?
There are 1,307 households in Bangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangawan is 37.96%. Male literacy is 46.19% and female literacy is 28.45%.