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
According to the 2011 Census, Satwaria village had a total population of 7,015 people, including 3,704 males and 3,311 females, living in 1,220 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.86%, with male literacy at 67.93% and female literacy at 46.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 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 had a total population of 7,015, including 3,704 males and 3,311 females.
How many households are there in Satwaria?
Satwaria had 1,220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satwaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satwaria was 57.86%. Male literacy was 67.93% and female literacy was 46.48%.