Alawalpur - Kurtha, Arwal
Alawalpur is a village situated in the Kurtha subdivision of Arwal district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurtha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Arwal. Kodmarae Panchayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alawalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alawalpur is 260858. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 804421 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Alawalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alawalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Alawalpur village had a total population of 849 people, including 439 males and 410 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.50%, with male literacy at 75.44% and female literacy at 39.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 439 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 101 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 155 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 255 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 184 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Alawalpur
Alawalpur 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 Alawalpur
Alawalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Alawalpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Arwal to Alawalpur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alawalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alawalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alawalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alawalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alawalpur
Where is Alawalpur located?
Alawalpur village is located in Kurtha Subdivision, Arwal district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alawalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Alawalpur is Kodmarae Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alawalpur?
The pincode of Alawalpur is 804421.
What is the population of Alawalpur?
Alawalpur had a total population of 849, including 439 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Alawalpur?
Alawalpur had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alawalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alawalpur was 58.50%. Male literacy was 75.44% and female literacy was 39.60%.