Itawa - Gurua, Gaya
Itawa is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Raghunath Khap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itawa is 255600. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Itawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Itawa
According to the 2011 Census, Itawa village had a total population of 1,067 people, including 531 males and 536 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 80.26% and female literacy at 59.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 619.
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 | 1,067 | 531 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 75 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 307 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 366 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 165 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Itawa
Itawa 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 Itawa
Itawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Itawa 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 Sherghati to Itawa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Itawa is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itawa 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Itawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Itawa
Where is Itawa located?
Itawa village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Itawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Itawa is Raghunath Khap.
What is the pincode of Itawa?
The pincode of Itawa is 804405.
What is the population of Itawa?
Itawa had a total population of 1,067, including 531 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Itawa?
Itawa had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itawa was 70.18%. Male literacy was 80.26% and female literacy was 59.63%.