Bhawanipur is situated at the Bank of River Budhi-Gandak which falls in Ganga Patna.

Bhawanipur falls under the jurisdiction of Sangrampur Police Station.

The famous Someshwar Shiv Madir, is located at Areraj which is at a 15-minute drive from Bhawanipur.

Climate is characterised by high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year.

In 2020, Bhawanipur was among the areas which was affected by flood due to breakdown of the dam.