Satwaria - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Satwaria is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Shiopur Satwaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satwaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satwaria is 216821. The village covers a total geographical area of 603 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Satwaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satwaria
As per Census 2011, Satwaria village has a total population of 7,015 people, consisting of 3,704 males and 3,311 females. The village has 1,220 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,218 literate and 3,797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satwaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,015 | 3,704 | 3,311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,453 | 754 | 699 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,213 | 630 | 583 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 3,218 | 2,004 | 1,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,797 | 1,700 | 2,097 |
Nearby Villages of Satwaria
Satwaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baudh Tola | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Bhataura | North | 2.15 km |
| Lachhnauta | West | 2.20 km |
| Dumdumuwa | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Sathi | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Sihpur | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Barwa Kalan | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Dhamaura | West | 3.43 km |
| Chhardawali | East | 3.43 km |
| Puraina Choube | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satwaria
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Satwaria. The nearest railway station is Rameshwar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Satwaria is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Satwaria is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satwaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satwaria 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 Satwaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satwaria 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satwaria
Where is Satwaria located?
Satwaria village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satwaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Satwaria is Shiopur Satwaria.
What is the pincode of Satwaria?
The pincode of Satwaria is 845449.
What is the population of Satwaria?
Satwaria has a total population of 7,015, including 3,704 males and 3,311 females.
How many households are there in Satwaria?
There are 1,220 households in Satwaria.
What is the literacy rate in Satwaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satwaria is 45.87%. Male literacy is 54.10% and female literacy is 36.67%.