Jharharwa - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Jharharwa is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Santpur Sohriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharharwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharharwa is 216001. The village covers a total geographical area of 2176.8 hectares and falls under the 845107 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jharharwa 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 Jharharwa
As per Census 2011, Jharharwa village has a total population of 2,006 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 957 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 1,324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharharwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,006 | 1,049 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 229 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 134 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,318 | 675 | 643 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 437 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,324 | 612 | 712 |
Nearby Villages of Jharharwa
Jharharwa 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 Jharharwa
Public transport in the Jharharwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jharharwa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Jharharwa is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jharharwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharharwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jharharwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharharwa 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 Jharharwa
Where is Jharharwa located?
Jharharwa village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharharwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharharwa is Santpur Sohriya.
What is the pincode of Jharharwa?
The pincode of Jharharwa is 845107.
What is the population of Jharharwa?
Jharharwa has a total population of 2,006, including 1,049 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Jharharwa?
There are 356 households in Jharharwa.
What is the literacy rate in Jharharwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharharwa is 34.00%. Male literacy is 41.66% and female literacy is 25.60%.