Sahawa
Sahawa is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Gaura is the gram panchayat of Sahawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Sahawa unique in its vibrant Purnia East-Purnia region. You’ll see Sahawa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sahawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahawa is 223541. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sahawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sahawa
Population of Sahawa
According to the 2011 Census, Sahawa has a total population of about 530, with approximately 273 males and 257 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 158. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.36%, with male literacy at about 47.62% and female literacy near 26.46%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 530 | 273 | 257 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
Literate Population | 198 | 130 | 68 |
Illiterate Population | 332 | 143 | 189 |
Connectivity of Sahawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahawa. As per the 2011 stats, Sahawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahawa
- Where is Sahawa located?
- Sahawa village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sahawa is Gaura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sahawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahawa is 530, with 273 males and 257 females.
- How many households are there in Sahawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahawa village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahawa is 37.36%. The male literacy rate is 47.62%, while the female literacy rate is 26.46%.