Amwa - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Amwa is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mahuawa Katharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amwa is 216021. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.3 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Amwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Amwa
As per Census 2011, Amwa village has a total population of 1,941 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 935 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,005 literate and 936 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,748 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 1,006 | 935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,748 | 903 | 845 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 622 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 384 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Amwa
Amwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katharwa | North | 0.93 km |
| Dewtaha | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Ghurauli | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Berai | West | 2.33 km |
| Amhat | South | 2.68 km |
| Kerai | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Mohna | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Satchubanwa | North | 3.22 km |
| Dardari | West | 3.63 km |
| Harnatanr | East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amwa
Amwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Amwa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Amwa is about 31 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 Amwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amwa
Where is Amwa located?
Amwa village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Amwa is Mahuawa Katharwa.
What is the pincode of Amwa?
The pincode of Amwa is 845105.
What is the population of Amwa?
Amwa has a total population of 1,941, including 1,006 males and 935 females.
How many households are there in Amwa?
There are 327 households in Amwa.
What is the literacy rate in Amwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amwa is 51.78%. Male literacy is 61.83% and female literacy is 40.96%.