Sarwara - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Sarwara is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Sadhwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarwara is 226849. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 847106 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sarwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keoti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarwara
According to the 2011 Census, Sarwara village had a total population of 5,430 people, including 2,819 males and 2,611 females, living in 1,143 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.64%, with male literacy at 57.82% and female literacy at 36.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,274.
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 | 5,430 | 2,819 | 2,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,032 | 529 | 503 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,274 | 674 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,095 | 1,324 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,335 | 1,495 | 1,840 |
Nearby Villages of Sarwara
Sarwara 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 Sarwara
Sarwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sarwara.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Sarwara is about 35 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 Sarwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarwara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarwara
Where is Sarwara located?
Sarwara village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarwara is Sadhwara.
What is the pincode of Sarwara?
The pincode of Sarwara is 847106.
What is the population of Sarwara?
Sarwara had a total population of 5,430, including 2,819 males and 2,611 females.
How many households are there in Sarwara?
Sarwara had 1,143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarwara was 47.64%. Male literacy was 57.82% and female literacy was 36.57%.