Ramgarhwa - Ramgarhwa, Purbi Champaran
Ramgarhwa is a village situated in the Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from Ramgarhwa and around 45 km from Motihari. Ramgarhwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramgarhwa is 217600. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.1 hectares and falls under the 845433 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ramgarhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramgarhwa
As per Census 2011, Ramgarhwa village has a total population of 12,101 people, consisting of 6,492 males and 5,609 females. The village has 2,184 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,981 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,863 literate and 5,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramgarhwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,101 | 6,492 | 5,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,981 | 1,065 | 916 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,383 | 746 | 637 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 6,863 | 4,032 | 2,831 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,238 | 2,460 | 2,778 |
Nearby Villages of Ramgarhwa
Ramgarhwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siswaniya | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Bandhu Barwa | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Sakrar | North | 2.54 km |
| Shiwa Nagar | East | 2.72 km |
| Sihorwa | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Misrauliya | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Murla | South | 3.09 km |
| Dhanhar Dihuli | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Ahirauliya | West | 4.02 km |
| Inarwa | East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramgarhwa
Ramgarhwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dharminiya, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Ramgarhwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Ramgarhwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramgarhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramgarhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramgarhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramgarhwa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramgarhwa
Where is Ramgarhwa located?
Ramgarhwa village is located in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramgarhwa?
Ramgarhwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramgarhwa?
The pincode of Ramgarhwa is 845433.
What is the population of Ramgarhwa?
Ramgarhwa has a total population of 12,101, including 6,492 males and 5,609 females.
How many households are there in Ramgarhwa?
There are 2,184 households in Ramgarhwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ramgarhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramgarhwa is 56.71%. Male literacy is 62.11% and female literacy is 50.47%.