Wojhwalia - Kochas, Rohtas
Wojhwalia is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Saraya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wojhwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wojhwalia is 250645. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.47 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Wojhwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wojhwalia
As per Census 2011, Wojhwalia village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 314 males and 315 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wojhwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 314 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 241 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 73 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Wojhwalia
Wojhwalia 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 Wojhwalia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Wojhwalia.
| 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 Sasaram to Wojhwalia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wojhwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wojhwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Wojhwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wojhwalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Wojhwalia
Where is Wojhwalia located?
Wojhwalia village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wojhwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Wojhwalia is Saraya.
What is the pincode of Wojhwalia?
The pincode of Wojhwalia is 821112.
What is the population of Wojhwalia?
Wojhwalia has a total population of 629, including 314 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Wojhwalia?
There are 88 households in Wojhwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Wojhwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wojhwalia is 65.82%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 54.92%.