Nawada - Madhepur, Madhubani
Nawada is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Nawada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawada is 220856. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.1 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Nawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawada
According to the 2011 Census, Nawada village had a total population of 6,770 people, including 3,444 males and 3,326 females, living in 1,491 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.14%, with male literacy at 66.11% and female literacy at 39.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,728.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,770 | 3,444 | 3,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,364 | 694 | 670 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,728 | 892 | 836 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,873 | 1,818 | 1,055 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,897 | 1,626 | 2,271 |
Nearby Villages of Nawada
Nawada 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 Nawada
Nawada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nawada.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Nawada is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Nawada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nawada
Where is Nawada located?
Nawada village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawada?
Nawada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nawada?
The pincode of Nawada is 847408.
What is the population of Nawada?
Nawada had a total population of 6,770, including 3,444 males and 3,326 females.
How many households are there in Nawada?
Nawada had 1,491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawada was 53.14%. Male literacy was 66.11% and female literacy was 39.72%.