Tarwara - Kiratpur, Darbhanga
Tarwara is a village situated in the Kiratpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiratpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Jhagarua Tarwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarwara is 227781. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 847427 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tarwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarwara
According to the 2011 Census, Tarwara village had a total population of 2,744 people, including 1,440 males and 1,304 females, living in 525 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.27%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 42.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 632.
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 | 2,744 | 1,440 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 233 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 331 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 867 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,423 | 573 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Tarwara
Tarwara 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 Tarwara
Tarwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Benipur to Tarwara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Tarwara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tarwara
Where is Tarwara located?
Tarwara village is located in Kiratpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarwara is Jhagarua Tarwara.
What is the pincode of Tarwara?
The pincode of Tarwara is 847427.
What is the population of Tarwara?
Tarwara had a total population of 2,744, including 1,440 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Tarwara?
Tarwara had 525 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarwara was 58.27%. Male literacy was 71.83% and female literacy was 42.83%.