Amwa - Bhorey, Gopalganj
Amwa is a village situated in the Bhorey subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhorey and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Hardiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amwa is 230054. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.81 hectares and falls under the 841426 pincode. Kataiya is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Amwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amwa
As per Census 2011, Amwa village has a total population of 877 people, consisting of 396 males and 481 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 | 396 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 510 | 273 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 123 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Amwa
Amwa 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 Amwa
Amwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kataiya to Amwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Amwa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amwa
Where is Amwa located?
Amwa village is located in Bhorey Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Amwa is Hardiya.
What is the pincode of Amwa?
The pincode of Amwa is 841426.
What is the population of Amwa?
Amwa has a total population of 877, including 396 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Amwa?
There are 136 households in Amwa.
What is the literacy rate in Amwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amwa is 58.15%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 49.27%.