Kopwa - Dumraon, Buxar
Kopwa is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Mugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kopwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kopwa is 248169. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.9 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kopwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kopwa
As per Census 2011, Kopwa village has a total population of 3,771 people, consisting of 1,984 males and 1,787 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 640 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,235 literate and 1,536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kopwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,771 | 1,984 | 1,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 640 | 309 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 328 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,235 | 1,368 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,536 | 616 | 920 |
Nearby Villages of Kopwa
Kopwa 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 Kopwa
Kopwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kopwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Kopwa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Kopwa is about 25 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 Kopwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kopwa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kopwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kopwa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kopwa
Where is Kopwa located?
Kopwa village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kopwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kopwa is Mugaon.
What is the pincode of Kopwa?
The pincode of Kopwa is 802126.
What is the population of Kopwa?
Kopwa has a total population of 3,771, including 1,984 males and 1,787 females.
How many households are there in Kopwa?
There are 572 households in Kopwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kopwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kopwa is 59.27%. Male literacy is 68.95% and female literacy is 48.52%.