Awari - Madhwapur, Madhubani
Awari is a village situated in the Madhwapur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhwapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Taraia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awari is 219841. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.18 hectares and falls under the 847308 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Awari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Awari
According to the 2011 Census, Awari village had a total population of 3,363 people, including 1,740 males and 1,623 females, living in 657 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.56%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 55.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 539, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 3,363 | 1,740 | 1,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 260 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 288 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,842 | 1,081 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 659 | 862 |
Nearby Villages of Awari
Awari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karahuan | North | 1.16 km |
| Patar | West | 1.55 km |
| Marwat Sobrauli | North | 1.57 km |
| Taraia | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Andauli | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Baingra | East | 1.64 km |
| Pakri | South | 2.14 km |
| Sobrauli | North | 2.35 km |
| Pakar Sam | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Minti | South-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awari
Public transport in the Awari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandauna Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Janakpur Road to Awari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Awari 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 Awari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Awari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awari
Where is Awari located?
Awari village is located in Madhwapur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awari?
The Gram Panchayat of Awari is Taraia.
What is the pincode of Awari?
The pincode of Awari is 847308.
What is the population of Awari?
Awari had a total population of 3,363, including 1,740 males and 1,623 females.
How many households are there in Awari?
Awari had 657 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awari was 64.56%. Male literacy was 73.04% and female literacy was 55.43%.