Bhadwar - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Bhadwar is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Bhadwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadwar is 246952. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 802161 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bhadwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhadwar
As per Census 2011, Bhadwar village has a total population of 7,807 people, consisting of 4,104 males and 3,703 females. The village has 1,241 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,187 literate and 3,620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,088 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,807 | 4,104 | 3,703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,447 | 785 | 662 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,088 | 575 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,187 | 2,595 | 1,592 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,620 | 1,509 | 2,111 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadwar
Bhadwar 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 Bhadwar
Bhadwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bhadwar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Koilwar to Bhadwar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Bhadwar is about 15 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 Bhadwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadwar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhadwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhadwar
Where is Bhadwar located?
Bhadwar village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadwar?
Bhadwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadwar?
The pincode of Bhadwar is 802161.
What is the population of Bhadwar?
Bhadwar has a total population of 7,807, including 4,104 males and 3,703 females.
How many households are there in Bhadwar?
There are 1,241 households in Bhadwar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadwar is 53.63%. Male literacy is 63.23% and female literacy is 42.99%.