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.

Amwa has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Amwa

Below is a concise population overview of Amwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Amwa village:

  • The total population of Amwa village is around 5,670, including approximately 2,973 males and 2,697 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,177 children aged 0–6 years in Amwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Amwa village has 644 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Amwa village is about 42.52%, with male literacy at 52.40% and female literacy at 31.63%.
  • There are around 1,009 households in Amwa village.

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.

Jharokhar Barwa Khurd Bishunpur Kotwa Urf Ghorasahan Bhagwanpur Kotwa Ghorasahan Urf Kotwa Siripur Urf Bhagwanpur Jamunia Kawaia

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%.