Andwas

Andwas is a village located in Rajgir subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rajgir (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Lodipur is the gram panchayat of Andwas village.

Andwas has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Andwas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Andwas is 245066. The village spans a total geographical area of 576 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803116. Rajgir is nearest town to Andwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Andwas

Below is a concise population overview of Andwas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,284 3,157 3,127
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,206 589 617
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,182 606 576
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,718 1,551 1,167
Illiterate Population 3,566 1,606 1,960

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Andwas village:

  • The total population of Andwas village is around 6,284, including approximately 3,157 males and 3,127 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,206 children aged 0–6 years in Andwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Andwas village has 1,182 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Andwas village is about 43.25%, with male literacy at 49.13% and female literacy at 37.32%.
  • There are around 1,036 households in Andwas village.

Connectivity of Andwas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Andwas. As per the 2011 stats, Andwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Andwas

Knowing the nearby villages of Andwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Andwas.

Katari Goraur Ratana Dogi Chhabilapur Lodipur Katalpura Malisanr Taju Bigha Nirpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Andwas

Where is Andwas located?
Andwas village is situated in Rajgir Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Andwas is Lodipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Andwas?
The pincode of Andwas is 803116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Andwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Andwas is 6,284, with 3,157 males and 3,127 females.
How many households are there in Andwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Andwas village has a total of 1,036 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andwas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Andwas is 43.25%. The male literacy rate is 49.13%, while the female literacy rate is 37.32%.