Pawai - Amarpur, Banka
Pawai is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Pawai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pawai is 240606. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pawai
As per Census 2011, Pawai village has a total population of 7,881 people, consisting of 4,120 males and 3,761 females. The village has 1,502 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,708 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,169 literate and 4,712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pawai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,881 | 4,120 | 3,761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,708 | 894 | 814 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,146 | 602 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,169 | 1,902 | 1,267 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,712 | 2,218 | 2,494 |
Nearby Villages of Pawai
Pawai 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 Pawai
Pawai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Pawai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Pawai is about 25 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 Pawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pawai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pawai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pawai
Where is Pawai located?
Pawai village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pawai?
Pawai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pawai?
The pincode of Pawai is 813104.
What is the population of Pawai?
Pawai has a total population of 7,881, including 4,120 males and 3,761 females.
How many households are there in Pawai?
There are 1,502 households in Pawai.
What is the literacy rate in Pawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawai is 40.21%. Male literacy is 46.17% and female literacy is 33.69%.