Indarwa - Jainagar, Madhubani
Indarwa is a village situated in the Jainagar subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Deodha South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Indarwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indarwa is 219935. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.4 hectares and falls under the 847226 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Indarwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Indarwa
As per Census 2011, Indarwa village has a total population of 3,699 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,762 females. The village has 770 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 816 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,323 literate and 2,376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,068 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Indarwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,699 | 1,937 | 1,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 816 | 426 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,068 | 567 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 911 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,376 | 1,026 | 1,350 |
Nearby Villages of Indarwa
Indarwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Usrahi Deodha | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Barhi | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Rajauli | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Baira | West | 3.23 km |
| Dhamia Patti | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Jainagar | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Chatar | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Silanath Dulipatti | South | 3.79 km |
| Bhadaur | North-East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Indarwa
Indarwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Indarwa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Indarwa is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Indarwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indarwa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Indarwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indarwa 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 Indarwa
Where is Indarwa located?
Indarwa village is located in Jainagar Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Indarwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Indarwa is Deodha South.
What is the pincode of Indarwa?
The pincode of Indarwa is 847226.
What is the population of Indarwa?
Indarwa has a total population of 3,699, including 1,937 males and 1,762 females.
How many households are there in Indarwa?
There are 770 households in Indarwa.
What is the literacy rate in Indarwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indarwa is 35.77%. Male literacy is 47.03% and female literacy is 23.38%.