Jamunia Kawaia - Ghorasahan, Purbi Champaran
Jamunia Kawaia is a village situated in the Ghorasahan subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from Ghorasahan and around 30 km from Motihari. Jharokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamunia Kawaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamunia Kawaia is 217785. The village covers a total geographical area of 1140 hectares and falls under the 845303 pincode. Dhaka is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jamunia Kawaia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamunia Kawaia
As per Census 2011, Jamunia Kawaia village has a total population of 11,253 people, consisting of 5,920 males and 5,333 females. The village has 1,954 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,731 literate and 6,522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,730 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamunia Kawaia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,253 | 5,920 | 5,333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,153 | 1,157 | 996 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,730 | 906 | 824 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,731 | 3,076 | 1,655 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,522 | 2,844 | 3,678 |
Nearby Villages of Jamunia Kawaia
Jamunia Kawaia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amwa | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Siripur Urf Bhagwanpur | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Jharokhar | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Bishunpur | West | 3.75 km |
| Barwa Khurd | South | 4.03 km |
| Ghorasahan Urf Kotwa | West | 4.44 km |
| Purnahia | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Samanpur | South | 5.97 km |
| Khurahia | South-West | 6.02 km |
| Basantpur | South | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamunia Kawaia
Public transport in the Jamunia Kawaia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghorasahan, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhaka to Jamunia Kawaia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Jamunia Kawaia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamunia Kawaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamunia Kawaia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamunia Kawaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamunia Kawaia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamunia Kawaia
Where is Jamunia Kawaia located?
Jamunia Kawaia village is located in Ghorasahan Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamunia Kawaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamunia Kawaia is Jharokhar.
What is the pincode of Jamunia Kawaia?
The pincode of Jamunia Kawaia is 845303.
What is the population of Jamunia Kawaia?
Jamunia Kawaia has a total population of 11,253, including 5,920 males and 5,333 females.
How many households are there in Jamunia Kawaia?
There are 1,954 households in Jamunia Kawaia.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunia Kawaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunia Kawaia is 42.04%. Male literacy is 51.96% and female literacy is 31.03%.