Bedwalia - Kochas, Rohtas
Bedwalia is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Kapasiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedwalia is 250700. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.9 hectares and falls under the 821107 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bedwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bedwalia
As per Census 2011, Bedwalia village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 333 males and 291 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 333 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 227 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 275 | 188 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 145 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Bedwalia
Bedwalia 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 Bedwalia
Public transport in the Bedwalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bedwalia.
| 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 Sasaram to Bedwalia is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bedwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedwalia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedwalia
Where is Bedwalia located?
Bedwalia village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedwalia is Kapasiya.
What is the pincode of Bedwalia?
The pincode of Bedwalia is 821107.
What is the population of Bedwalia?
Bedwalia has a total population of 624, including 333 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Bedwalia?
There are 84 households in Bedwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Bedwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedwalia is 44.07%. Male literacy is 56.46% and female literacy is 29.90%.