Bharwalia - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Bharwalia is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sariswa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharwalia is 217289. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.32 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bharwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanpatia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharwalia
According to the 2011 Census, Bharwalia village had a total population of 2,040 people, including 1,039 males and 1,001 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.98%, with male literacy at 53.61% and female literacy at 31.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 2,040 | 1,039 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 209 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 107 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 445 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,345 | 594 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Bharwalia
Bharwalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Khap Bankat Andar Rataumala | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Musahri Tola Bankat | West | 1.09 km |
| Siriswa | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Tola Utimpanre | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Ratanmala | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Mohchhi Sughar | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Sonbarsa | East | 2.57 km |
| Pipra Dube | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Dhankutwa | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Mathia Urf Bhataulia | South | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharwalia
Bharwalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Majhowlia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Bharwalia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharwalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bharwalia
Where is Bharwalia located?
Bharwalia village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharwalia is Sariswa.
What is the pincode of Bharwalia?
The pincode of Bharwalia is 845454.
What is the population of Bharwalia?
Bharwalia had a total population of 2,040, including 1,039 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Bharwalia?
Bharwalia had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharwalia was 42.98%. Male literacy was 53.61% and female literacy was 31.77%.