Gurwalia Biswas - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Gurwalia Biswas is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gurwalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurwalia Biswas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurwalia Biswas is 217204. The village covers a total geographical area of 698 hectares and falls under the 845450 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gurwalia Biswas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurwalia Biswas
As per Census 2011, Gurwalia Biswas village has a total population of 10,309 people, consisting of 5,399 males and 4,910 females. The village has 1,694 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,635 literate and 5,674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurwalia Biswas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,309 | 5,399 | 4,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,173 | 1,070 | 1,103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,622 | 841 | 781 |
| Literate Population | 4,635 | 2,903 | 1,732 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,674 | 2,496 | 3,178 |
Nearby Villages of Gurwalia Biswas
Gurwalia Biswas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirapakar | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Tolabishunpur Urfbishunpurtunia | South | 2.07 km |
| Turhapatti | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Biswas | North | 3.16 km |
| Patarkha Naurangia | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Jinwalia | North | 3.68 km |
| Mathauli | South | 3.74 km |
| Bhataulia | South | 3.93 km |
| Pipra Naurangia | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Betia Dih | East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurwalia Biswas
Public transport in the Gurwalia Biswas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Prajapati Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanpatia to Gurwalia Biswas is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gurwalia Biswas is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurwalia Biswas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurwalia Biswas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurwalia Biswas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurwalia Biswas 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 Gurwalia Biswas
Where is Gurwalia Biswas located?
Gurwalia Biswas village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurwalia Biswas?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurwalia Biswas is Gurwalia.
What is the pincode of Gurwalia Biswas?
The pincode of Gurwalia Biswas is 845450.
What is the population of Gurwalia Biswas?
Gurwalia Biswas has a total population of 10,309, including 5,399 males and 4,910 females.
How many households are there in Gurwalia Biswas?
There are 1,694 households in Gurwalia Biswas.
What is the literacy rate in Gurwalia Biswas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurwalia Biswas is 44.96%. Male literacy is 53.77% and female literacy is 35.27%.