Nagwas - Benipatti, Madhubani
Nagwas is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Nagbas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagwas is 220323. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.21 hectares and falls under the 847222 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nagwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagwas
As per Census 2011, Nagwas village has a total population of 5,305 people, consisting of 2,743 males and 2,562 females. The village has 957 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 976 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,360 literate and 2,945 illiterate residents. Additionally, 767 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,305 | 2,743 | 2,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 976 | 490 | 486 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 767 | 406 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,360 | 1,414 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,945 | 1,329 | 1,616 |
Nearby Villages of Nagwas
Nagwas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karhi | South | 1.42 km |
| Kesuli | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Akaur | West | 2.32 km |
| Dumra | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Siriapur | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Hibba | South | 3.03 km |
| Chatra | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Mahua | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Naokarhi | South | 3.52 km |
| Az Rakbe Naokarhi | South | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagwas
Nagwas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Madhubani, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.8 km.
| 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 Madhubani to Nagwas is about 25 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 Nagwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagwas
Where is Nagwas located?
Nagwas village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagwas is Nagbas.
What is the pincode of Nagwas?
The pincode of Nagwas is 847222.
What is the population of Nagwas?
Nagwas has a total population of 5,305, including 2,743 males and 2,562 females.
How many households are there in Nagwas?
There are 957 households in Nagwas.
What is the literacy rate in Nagwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagwas is 44.49%. Male literacy is 51.55% and female literacy is 36.92%.