Rajwara - Purnia East, Purnia
Rajwara is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Gaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajwara is 223532. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rajwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajwara
According to the 2011 Census, Rajwara village had a total population of 923 people, including 488 males and 435 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.27%, with male literacy at 69.13% and female literacy at 39.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 923 | 488 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 271 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 217 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Rajwara
Rajwara 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 Rajwara
Rajwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Rajwara is about 18 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 Rajwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rajwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajwara
Where is Rajwara located?
Rajwara village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rajwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajwara is Gaura.
What is the pincode of Rajwara?
The pincode of Rajwara is 854301.
What is the population of Rajwara?
Rajwara had a total population of 923, including 488 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Rajwara?
Rajwara had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajwara was 55.27%. Male literacy was 69.13% and female literacy was 39.66%.