Ghiwba - Forbesganj, Araria
Ghiwba is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Parwaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghiwba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghiwba is 221643. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghiwba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghiwba
As per Census 2011, Ghiwba village has a total population of 3,225 people, consisting of 1,681 males and 1,544 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,443 literate and 1,782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghiwba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,225 | 1,681 | 1,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 342 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,244 | 650 | 594 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,443 | 906 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,782 | 775 | 1,007 |
Nearby Villages of Ghiwba
Ghiwba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadhgawan | West | 1.79 km |
| Sawaldeh | North | 2.16 km |
| Parwaha | East | 2.78 km |
| Arraha | South | 2.82 km |
| Bariarpur | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Bhagparwaha | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Kandhaili | North | 4.05 km |
| Tamganj | West | 4.15 km |
| Shaifganj | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Simarbani | South-West | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghiwba
Ghiwba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dholbaja, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Farbisganj to Ghiwba is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Ghiwba is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghiwba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghiwba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghiwba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghiwba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghiwba
Where is Ghiwba located?
Ghiwba village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghiwba?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghiwba is Parwaha.
What is the pincode of Ghiwba?
The pincode of Ghiwba is 854318.
What is the population of Ghiwba?
Ghiwba has a total population of 3,225, including 1,681 males and 1,544 females.
How many households are there in Ghiwba?
There are 562 households in Ghiwba.
What is the literacy rate in Ghiwba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghiwba is 44.74%. Male literacy is 53.90% and female literacy is 34.78%.