Rajawar - Rajaun, Banka
Rajawar is a village situated in the Rajaun subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajaun and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Rajabar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajawar is 240833. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rajawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajawar
According to the 2011 Census, Rajawar village had a total population of 3,068 people, including 1,612 males and 1,456 females, living in 560 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.50%, with male literacy at 69.04% and female literacy at 51.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 3,068 | 1,612 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 320 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 127 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 892 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,579 | 720 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Rajawar
Rajawar 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 Rajawar
Public transport in the Rajawar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Rajawar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Rajawar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajawar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rajawar
Where is Rajawar located?
Rajawar village is located in Rajaun Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajawar is Rajabar.
What is the pincode of Rajawar?
The pincode of Rajawar is 813101.
What is the population of Rajawar?
Rajawar had a total population of 3,068, including 1,612 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Rajawar?
Rajawar had 560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajawar was 60.50%. Male literacy was 69.04% and female literacy was 51.07%.