Thawaia - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Thawaia is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bakharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thawaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thawaia is 217336. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Thawaia 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 Thawaia
As per Census 2011, Thawaia village has a total population of 856 people, consisting of 459 males and 397 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thawaia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 459 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 99 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 249 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 210 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Thawaia
Thawaia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thawaia
Thawaia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thawaia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bettiah to Thawaia is about 22 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 Thawaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thawaia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thawaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thawaia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thawaia
Where is Thawaia located?
Thawaia village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thawaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Thawaia is Bakharia.
What is the pincode of Thawaia?
The pincode of Thawaia is 845454.
What is the population of Thawaia?
Thawaia has a total population of 856, including 459 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Thawaia?
There are 174 households in Thawaia.
What is the literacy rate in Thawaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thawaia is 42.52%. Male literacy is 54.25% and female literacy is 28.97%.