Koirganwan - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Koirganwan is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Purainiya Harsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koirganwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koirganwan is 216650. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.12 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Koirganwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koirganwan
As per Census 2011, Koirganwan village has a total population of 1,699 people, consisting of 861 males and 838 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 948 literate and 751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koirganwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,699 | 861 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 118 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 124 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 582 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 279 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Koirganwan
Koirganwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumkaria | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Sofwa | North | 1.22 km |
| Garurha | South | 1.26 km |
| Harsari | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Purainia | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Poia | South | 2.05 km |
| Sonasati | East | 2.08 km |
| Katgharwa | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Mathia Khap | West | 2.33 km |
| Rajpur | South-East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koirganwan
Public transport in the Koirganwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Koirganwan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Koirganwan is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koirganwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koirganwan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koirganwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koirganwan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koirganwan
Where is Koirganwan located?
Koirganwan village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koirganwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Koirganwan is Purainiya Harsari.
What is the pincode of Koirganwan?
The pincode of Koirganwan is 845455.
What is the population of Koirganwan?
Koirganwan has a total population of 1,699, including 861 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Koirganwan?
There are 325 households in Koirganwan.
What is the literacy rate in Koirganwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koirganwan is 55.80%. Male literacy is 67.60% and female literacy is 43.68%.