Naugarhwa - Ramgarhwa, Purbi Champaran
Naugarhwa is a village situated in the Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Ramgarhwa and around 45 km from Motihari. Ramgarhwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugarhwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugarhwa is 217604. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 845433 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Naugarhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Naugarhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Naugarhwa village had a total population of 666 people, including 343 males and 323 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.75%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 68.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 666 | 343 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 228 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 115 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Naugarhwa
Naugarhwa 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 Naugarhwa
Naugarhwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Naugarhwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Naugarhwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Naugarhwa 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 Naugarhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naugarhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naugarhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naugarhwa 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 Naugarhwa
Where is Naugarhwa located?
Naugarhwa village is located in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naugarhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugarhwa is Ramgarhwa.
What is the pincode of Naugarhwa?
The pincode of Naugarhwa is 845433.
What is the population of Naugarhwa?
Naugarhwa had a total population of 666, including 343 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Naugarhwa?
Naugarhwa had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naugarhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugarhwa was 75.75%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 68.36%.