Paswan - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Paswan is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Poswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paswan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paswan is 247574. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Paswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Paswan
According to the 2011 Census, Paswan village had a total population of 3,490 people, including 1,863 males and 1,627 females, living in 590 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.02%, with male literacy at 78.09% and female literacy at 54.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 871.
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 | 3,490 | 1,863 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 311 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 871 | 453 | 418 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,935 | 1,212 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 651 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Paswan
Paswan 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 Paswan
Paswan 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 Arrah to Paswan 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 Paswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paswan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paswan 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Paswan
Where is Paswan located?
Paswan village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paswan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paswan is Poswan.
What is the pincode of Paswan?
The pincode of Paswan is 802201.
What is the population of Paswan?
Paswan had a total population of 3,490, including 1,863 males and 1,627 females.
How many households are there in Paswan?
Paswan had 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paswan was 67.02%. Male literacy was 78.09% and female literacy was 54.16%.