Dewarhiya - Rajpur, Buxar
Dewarhiya is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dewarihya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewarhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewarhiya is 248468. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dewarhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewarhiya
As per Census 2011, Dewarhiya village has a total population of 5,386 people, consisting of 2,825 males and 2,561 females. The village has 870 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 945 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,391 literate and 1,995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewarhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,386 | 2,825 | 2,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 945 | 474 | 471 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,412 | 750 | 662 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,391 | 2,027 | 1,364 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,995 | 798 | 1,197 |
Nearby Villages of Dewarhiya
Dewarhiya 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 Dewarhiya
Dewarhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dewarhiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Dewarhiya 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 Dewarhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewarhiya 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 Dewarhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewarhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewarhiya
Where is Dewarhiya located?
Dewarhiya village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewarhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewarhiya is Dewarihya.
What is the pincode of Dewarhiya?
The pincode of Dewarhiya is 802122.
What is the population of Dewarhiya?
Dewarhiya has a total population of 5,386, including 2,825 males and 2,561 females.
How many households are there in Dewarhiya?
There are 870 households in Dewarhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Dewarhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewarhiya is 62.96%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 53.26%.