Serahwa - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Serahwa is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bankatwa Karmahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serahwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serahwa is 216169. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Serahwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Serahwa
As per Census 2011, Serahwa village has a total population of 1,372 people, consisting of 720 males and 652 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serahwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,372 | 720 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 402 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 318 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Serahwa
Serahwa 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 Serahwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Serahwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Serahwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Serahwa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serahwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serahwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Serahwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serahwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Serahwa
Where is Serahwa located?
Serahwa village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serahwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Serahwa is Bankatwa Karmahiya.
What is the pincode of Serahwa?
The pincode of Serahwa is 845106.
What is the population of Serahwa?
Serahwa has a total population of 1,372, including 720 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Serahwa?
There are 220 households in Serahwa.
What is the literacy rate in Serahwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serahwa is 50.51%. Male literacy is 55.83% and female literacy is 44.63%.