Datwati - Amarpur, Banka
Datwati is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bhikhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Datwati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datwati is 240636. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Datwati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Datwati
As per Census 2011, Datwati village has a total population of 1,475 people, consisting of 796 males and 679 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Datwati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,475 | 796 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 165 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 437 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 359 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Datwati
Datwati 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 Datwati
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Datwati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Datwati is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Datwati is about 21 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 Datwati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datwati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Datwati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datwati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Datwati
Where is Datwati located?
Datwati village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Datwati?
The Gram Panchayat of Datwati is Bhikhanpur.
What is the pincode of Datwati?
The pincode of Datwati is 813101.
What is the population of Datwati?
Datwati has a total population of 1,475, including 796 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Datwati?
There are 270 households in Datwati.
What is the literacy rate in Datwati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datwati is 50.17%. Male literacy is 54.90% and female literacy is 44.62%.