Amwa
Amwa is a village located in Ghorasahan subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorasahan (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Bishunpur is the gram panchayat of Amwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Amwa unique in its vibrant Ghorasahan-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Amwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Amwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amwa is 217779. The village spans a total geographical area of 466 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Amwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Amwa
Population of Amwa
According to the 2011 Census, Amwa has a total population of about 5,670, with approximately 2,973 males and 2,697 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 644 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.52%, with male literacy at about 52.40% and female literacy near 31.63%. There are around 1,009 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,670 | 2,973 | 2,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,177 | 596 | 581 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 333 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,411 | 1,558 | 853 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,259 | 1,415 | 1,844 |
Connectivity of Amwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amwa. As per the 2011 stats, Amwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Amwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Amwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amwa
- Where is Amwa located?
- Amwa village is situated in Ghorasahan Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Amwa is Bishunpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Amwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amwa is 5,670, with 2,973 males and 2,697 females.
- How many households are there in Amwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amwa village has a total of 1,009 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amwa is 42.52%. The male literacy rate is 52.40%, while the female literacy rate is 31.63%.