Jirwa - Shankarpur, Madhepura
Jirwa is a village situated in the Shankarpur subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shankarpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Jirwa Madheli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jirwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jirwa is 225899. The village covers a total geographical area of 2384.69 hectares and falls under the 852132 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jirwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jirwa
As per Census 2011, Jirwa village has a total population of 26,295 people, consisting of 13,561 males and 12,734 females. The village has 5,539 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,982 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,295 literate and 15,000 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,858 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jirwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,295 | 13,561 | 12,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,982 | 2,605 | 2,377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,858 | 3,002 | 2,856 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 11,295 | 6,930 | 4,365 |
| Illiterate Population | 15,000 | 6,631 | 8,369 |
Nearby Villages of Jirwa
Jirwa 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 Jirwa
Jirwa 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Jirwa is about 18 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 Jirwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jirwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jirwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jirwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jirwa
Where is Jirwa located?
Jirwa village is located in Shankarpur Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jirwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jirwa is Jirwa Madheli.
What is the pincode of Jirwa?
The pincode of Jirwa is 852132.
What is the population of Jirwa?
Jirwa has a total population of 26,295, including 13,561 males and 12,734 females.
How many households are there in Jirwa?
There are 5,539 households in Jirwa.
What is the literacy rate in Jirwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jirwa is 42.95%. Male literacy is 51.10% and female literacy is 34.28%.