Panwar - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Panwar is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Pawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwar is 247614. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Panwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panwar
As per Census 2011, Panwar village has a total population of 3,236 people, consisting of 1,676 males and 1,560 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,223 literate and 2,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,065 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,236 | 1,676 | 1,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 304 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,065 | 561 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 806 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,013 | 870 | 1,143 |
Nearby Villages of Panwar
Panwar 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 Panwar
Public transport in the Panwar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Arrah to Panwar is about 18 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 Panwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panwar
Where is Panwar located?
Panwar village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panwar is Pawar.
What is the pincode of Panwar?
The pincode of Panwar is 802201.
What is the population of Panwar?
Panwar has a total population of 3,236, including 1,676 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Panwar?
There are 450 households in Panwar.
What is the literacy rate in Panwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwar is 37.79%. Male literacy is 48.09% and female literacy is 26.73%.