Sarwan - Masaurhi, Patna
Sarwan is a village situated in the Masaurhi subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masaurhi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Nishiyawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarwan is 245832. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 804452 pincode. Masauri is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sarwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarwan
According to the 2011 Census, Sarwan village had a total population of 3,167 people, including 1,677 males and 1,490 females, living in 484 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 90.93% and female literacy at 71.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 617.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,167 | 1,677 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 266 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 326 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,178 | 1,283 | 895 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 394 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Sarwan
Sarwan 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 Sarwan
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Masauri to Sarwan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Sarwan is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sarwan
Where is Sarwan located?
Sarwan village is located in Masaurhi Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarwan is Nishiyawan.
What is the pincode of Sarwan?
The pincode of Sarwan is 804452.
What is the population of Sarwan?
Sarwan had a total population of 3,167, including 1,677 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Sarwan?
Sarwan had 484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarwan was 81.82%. Male literacy was 90.93% and female literacy was 71.54%.