Jalwara - Singheshwar, Madhepura
Jalwara is a village situated in the Singheshwar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singheshwar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Manpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalwara is 225813. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 852128 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jalwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalwara
As per Census 2011, Jalwara village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 935 males and 836 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 935 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 162 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 227 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 507 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 428 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Jalwara
Jalwara 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 Jalwara
Jalwara 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 Madhepura to Jalwara is about 22 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 Jalwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalwara 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 Jalwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalwara 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jalwara
Where is Jalwara located?
Jalwara village is located in Singheshwar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalwara is Manpur.
What is the pincode of Jalwara?
The pincode of Jalwara is 852128.
What is the population of Jalwara?
Jalwara has a total population of 1,771, including 935 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Jalwara?
There are 361 households in Jalwara.
What is the literacy rate in Jalwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalwara is 44.66%. Male literacy is 54.22% and female literacy is 33.97%.