Meghwal - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Meghwal is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mathia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghwal is 216246. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Meghwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meghwal
As per Census 2011, Meghwal village has a total population of 4,251 people, consisting of 2,201 males and 2,050 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 852 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,917 literate and 2,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,251 | 2,201 | 2,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 852 | 427 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 167 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,917 | 1,141 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,334 | 1,060 | 1,274 |
Nearby Villages of Meghwal
Meghwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharatwa | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Mathiya | South | 1.32 km |
| Sonha | West | 1.43 km |
| Gidha | South | 2.36 km |
| Gujra Motihari | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Bakwa | West | 2.42 km |
| Khajuria | South | 2.53 km |
| Pokharia | North | 2.60 km |
| Parsauni | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Birkehni | South-West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghwal
Meghwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harinagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Meghwal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Meghwal is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meghwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meghwal
Where is Meghwal located?
Meghwal village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghwal is Mathia.
What is the pincode of Meghwal?
The pincode of Meghwal is 845106.
What is the population of Meghwal?
Meghwal has a total population of 4,251, including 2,201 males and 2,050 females.
How many households are there in Meghwal?
There are 777 households in Meghwal.
What is the literacy rate in Meghwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghwal is 45.10%. Male literacy is 51.84% and female literacy is 37.85%.