Jawkatia - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Jawkatia is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jawkatia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawkatia is 217350. The village covers a total geographical area of 1011 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jawkatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bettiah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jawkatia
As per Census 2011, Jawkatia village has a total population of 16,965 people, consisting of 8,753 males and 8,212 females. The village has 2,744 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,819 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,907 literate and 10,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,946 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawkatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,965 | 8,753 | 8,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,819 | 1,900 | 1,919 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,946 | 978 | 968 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 6,907 | 4,361 | 2,546 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,058 | 4,392 | 5,666 |
Nearby Villages of Jawkatia
Jawkatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar Bankat | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Majharia Shekh | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Tola Baijnathpur | West | 2.50 km |
| Lal Saraia | East | 2.90 km |
| Bhana Chak | North | 3.36 km |
| Pakrihari | North | 3.64 km |
| Satbherwa | North | 3.67 km |
| Bakharia | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Pipra Pakri | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Auhar Majharia | West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawkatia
Jawkatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Majhowlia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bettiah to Jawkatia is about 13 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 Jawkatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawkatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jawkatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawkatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jawkatia
Where is Jawkatia located?
Jawkatia village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawkatia?
Jawkatia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jawkatia?
The pincode of Jawkatia is 845454.
What is the population of Jawkatia?
Jawkatia has a total population of 16,965, including 8,753 males and 8,212 females.
How many households are there in Jawkatia?
There are 2,744 households in Jawkatia.
What is the literacy rate in Jawkatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawkatia is 40.71%. Male literacy is 49.82% and female literacy is 31.00%.