Birwar - Mahishi, Saharsa
Birwar is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Sirwar Birwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birwar is 226405. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.15 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Birwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simri bakhtiarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birwar
As per Census 2011, Birwar village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 856 males and 778 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 1,054 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 856 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 194 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 306 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 383 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 473 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Birwar
Birwar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirwar | North-East | 0.72 km |
| Rajhanpur | South | 1.14 km |
| Gamrahu | East | 2.01 km |
| Maina | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Nakauch | East | 2.73 km |
| Bihna | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Rakhti | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Ghoghsan | South | 3.57 km |
| Dhanauj | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Aksaur | North | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birwar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Birwar. The nearest railway station is Parminiya Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Birwar is about 24 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 Birwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birwar
Where is Birwar located?
Birwar village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Birwar is Sirwar Birwar.
What is the pincode of Birwar?
The pincode of Birwar is 852216.
What is the population of Birwar?
Birwar has a total population of 1,634, including 856 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Birwar?
There are 295 households in Birwar.
What is the literacy rate in Birwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birwar is 35.50%. Male literacy is 44.74% and female literacy is 25.32%.