Sarpharwa - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Sarpharwa is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Rupwalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarpharwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarpharwa is 216373. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sarpharwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarpharwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sarpharwa village had a total population of 857 people, including 488 males and 369 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 756 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.49%, with male literacy at 80.29% and female literacy at 57.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 857 | 488 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 72 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 334 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 154 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Sarpharwa
Sarpharwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semri | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Dumri | East | 1.29 km |
| Bajni | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Jamhauli | North | 1.38 km |
| Pirari | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Dih Jagarnathpur | West | 1.80 km |
| Sithi | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Baswaria | South | 2.43 km |
| Harkatwa | East | 2.57 km |
| Tara | South | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarpharwa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sarpharwa. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Narkatiyaganj to Sarpharwa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sarpharwa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarpharwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarpharwa 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 Sarpharwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarpharwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarpharwa
Where is Sarpharwa located?
Sarpharwa village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarpharwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarpharwa is Rupwalia.
What is the pincode of Sarpharwa?
The pincode of Sarpharwa is 845451.
What is the population of Sarpharwa?
Sarpharwa had a total population of 857, including 488 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Sarpharwa?
Sarpharwa had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarpharwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarpharwa was 70.49%. Male literacy was 80.29% and female literacy was 57.59%.