Nawada - Barh, Patna
Nawada is a village situated in the Barh subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Navada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawada is 246403. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 803213 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawada
As per Census 2011, Nawada village has a total population of 9,584 people, consisting of 5,012 males and 4,572 females. The village has 1,689 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,939 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,609 literate and 4,975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,735 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,584 | 5,012 | 4,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,939 | 986 | 953 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,735 | 906 | 829 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,609 | 2,816 | 1,793 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,975 | 2,196 | 2,779 |
Nearby Villages of Nawada
Nawada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawada (diara) | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Dhiwar | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Harbanspur | South | 1.55 km |
| Neamatpur | South | 1.58 km |
| Banarsi | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Diara Dariapur Dhibar | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Talibpur | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Sahri | South | 3.12 km |
| Ballipur Pachmahla (diara) | East | 3.24 km |
| Parsaman | South-East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawada
Nawada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sahari Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 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 Barh to Nawada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Nawada is about 70 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 Nawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nawada
Where is Nawada located?
Nawada village is located in Barh Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawada is Navada.
What is the pincode of Nawada?
The pincode of Nawada is 803213.
What is the population of Nawada?
Nawada has a total population of 9,584, including 5,012 males and 4,572 females.
How many households are there in Nawada?
There are 1,689 households in Nawada.
What is the literacy rate in Nawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawada is 48.09%. Male literacy is 56.19% and female literacy is 39.22%.