Datwar - Khajauli, Madhubani
Datwar is a village situated in the Khajauli subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajauli and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Datuar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Datwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datwar is 220211. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.86 hectares and falls under the 847228 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Datwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Datwar
As per Census 2011, Datwar village has a total population of 5,425 people, consisting of 2,879 males and 2,546 females. The village has 1,071 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 927 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,894 literate and 2,531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Datwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,425 | 2,879 | 2,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 927 | 492 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,370 | 716 | 654 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,894 | 1,778 | 1,116 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,531 | 1,101 | 1,430 |
Nearby Villages of Datwar
Datwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sater | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Hathiahi | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Behta | East | 1.63 km |
| Maniarwa | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Maina | East | 2.30 km |
| Sarabe | South | 2.40 km |
| Biraul | North | 2.81 km |
| Inarwa | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Palimohan | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Suki | North-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Datwar
Datwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khajauli, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Datwar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Datwar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Datwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datwar 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Datwar
Where is Datwar located?
Datwar village is located in Khajauli Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Datwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Datwar is Datuar.
What is the pincode of Datwar?
The pincode of Datwar is 847228.
What is the population of Datwar?
Datwar has a total population of 5,425, including 2,879 males and 2,546 females.
How many households are there in Datwar?
There are 1,071 households in Datwar.
What is the literacy rate in Datwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datwar is 53.35%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 43.83%.