Parwaha - Gamharia, Madhepura
Parwaha is a village situated in the Gamharia subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gamharia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Kaurihar - Tarawe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parwaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parwaha is 225805. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 852108 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parwaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parwaha
As per Census 2011, Parwaha village has a total population of 4,738 people, consisting of 2,474 males and 2,264 females. The village has 841 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 927 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,760 literate and 2,978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 819 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parwaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,738 | 2,474 | 2,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 927 | 505 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 819 | 425 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,760 | 1,172 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,978 | 1,302 | 1,676 |
Nearby Villages of Parwaha
Parwaha 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 Parwaha
Parwaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Parwaha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parwaha 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 Parwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parwaha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Parwaha
Where is Parwaha located?
Parwaha village is located in Gamharia Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parwaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Parwaha is Kaurihar - Tarawe.
What is the pincode of Parwaha?
The pincode of Parwaha is 852108.
What is the population of Parwaha?
Parwaha has a total population of 4,738, including 2,474 males and 2,264 females.
How many households are there in Parwaha?
There are 841 households in Parwaha.
What is the literacy rate in Parwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parwaha is 37.15%. Male literacy is 47.37% and female literacy is 25.97%.