Orwar - Rajpur, Buxar
Orwar is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Akbarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orwar is 248482. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Orwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Orwar
According to the 2011 Census, Orwar village had a total population of 839 people, including 452 males and 387 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.40%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 48.41%.
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 | 839 | 452 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 281 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 171 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Orwar
Orwar 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 Orwar
Orwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Buxar to Orwar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orwar
Where is Orwar located?
Orwar village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Orwar is Akbarpur.
What is the pincode of Orwar?
The pincode of Orwar is 802122.
What is the population of Orwar?
Orwar had a total population of 839, including 452 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Orwar?
Orwar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orwar was 63.40%. Male literacy was 76.15% and female literacy was 48.41%.