Jitwarpur - Narpatganj, Araria
Jitwarpur is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Araria.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitwarpur is 221489. The village covers a total geographical area of 633 hectares and falls under the 854335 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Population of Jitwarpur
As per Census 2011, Jitwarpur village has a total population of 7,333 people, consisting of 3,748 males and 3,585 females. The village has 1,317 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,147 literate and 4,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 946 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jitwarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,333 | 3,748 | 3,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,781 | 921 | 860 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 507 | 439 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,147 | 1,829 | 1,318 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,186 | 1,919 | 2,267 |
Nearby Villages of Jitwarpur
Jitwarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shankarpur | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Dombana | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Maheshpatti | South | 2.12 km |
| Ghauspurpatti | West | 2.29 km |
| Parmanandpur | West | 2.31 km |
| Jagir Arazi Kaskapur | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Jhirwa | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Basmatiya | North | 2.91 km |
| Kochgawan | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Koskapur | North-West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jitwarpur
The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Jitwarpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Jitwarpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jitwarpur
Where is Jitwarpur located?
Jitwarpur village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the pincode of Jitwarpur?
The pincode of Jitwarpur is 854335.
What is the population of Jitwarpur?
Jitwarpur has a total population of 7,333, including 3,748 males and 3,585 females.
How many households are there in Jitwarpur?
There are 1,317 households in Jitwarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jitwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitwarpur is 42.92%. Male literacy is 48.80% and female literacy is 36.76%.