Sawaia - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Sawaia is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Rajgaon Araji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawaia is 239060. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Sahibganj (jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sawaia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawaia
According to the 2011 Census, Sawaia village had a total population of 326 people, including 187 males and 139 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 743 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.68%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 326 | 187 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 120 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 67 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sawaia
Sawaia 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 Sawaia
Sawaia 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahibganj (jharkhand) to Sawaia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Sawaia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawaia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawaia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawaia
Where is Sawaia located?
Sawaia village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawaia is Rajgaon Araji.
What is the pincode of Sawaia?
The pincode of Sawaia is 813209.
What is the population of Sawaia?
Sawaia had a total population of 326, including 187 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Sawaia?
Sawaia had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawaia was 70.68%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 60.71%.