Ahirwalia - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Ahirwalia is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chautarwa Lagunaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahirwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahirwalia is 216922. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.8 hectares and falls under the 845101 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ahirwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahirwalia
As per Census 2011, Ahirwalia village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 81 males and 60 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 740 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahirwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 66 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 41 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 40 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Ahirwalia
Ahirwalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lagunaha | North | 1.72 km |
| Bankatwa Tewari | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Purbari Lagunaha | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Bharaulia | South | 2.25 km |
| Gaighati | North | 2.94 km |
| Khurhuria | North | 2.94 km |
| Matahia | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Bibi Bankatwa | East | 3.02 km |
| Balhi | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahirwalia
Ahirwalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhairoganj, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Ahirwalia is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Ahirwalia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahirwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahirwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ahirwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahirwalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ahirwalia
Where is Ahirwalia located?
Ahirwalia village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahirwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahirwalia is Chautarwa Lagunaha.
What is the pincode of Ahirwalia?
The pincode of Ahirwalia is 845101.
What is the population of Ahirwalia?
Ahirwalia has a total population of 141, including 81 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Ahirwalia?
There are 22 households in Ahirwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Ahirwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahirwalia is 46.10%. Male literacy is 50.62% and female literacy is 40.00%.