Sahawa - Dagarua, Purnia
Sahawa is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Babhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahawa is 224183. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sahawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahawa
As per Census 2011, Sahawa village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 78 males and 103 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,320 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 78 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 61 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 65 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sahawa
Sahawa 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 Sahawa
Public transport in the Sahawa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Sahawa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahawa 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 Sahawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahawa
Where is Sahawa located?
Sahawa village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahawa is Babhani.
What is the pincode of Sahawa?
The pincode of Sahawa is 854326.
What is the population of Sahawa?
Sahawa has a total population of 181, including 78 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sahawa?
There are 33 households in Sahawa.
What is the literacy rate in Sahawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahawa is 20.99%. Male literacy is 16.67% and female literacy is 24.27%.