Gonwara - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Gonwara is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Jakhar Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonwara is 236427. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 848216 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gonwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonwara
According to the 2011 Census, Gonwara village had a total population of 1,937 people, including 1,001 males and 936 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.99%, with male literacy at 52.63% and female literacy at 42.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 876, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,937 | 1,001 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 201 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 876 | 445 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 421 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,197 | 580 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Gonwara
Gonwara 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 Gonwara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gonwara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Gonwara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Gonwara is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonwara 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 Gonwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gonwara
Where is Gonwara located?
Gonwara village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonwara is Jakhar Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Gonwara?
The pincode of Gonwara is 848216.
What is the population of Gonwara?
Gonwara had a total population of 1,937, including 1,001 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Gonwara?
Gonwara had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonwara was 47.99%. Male literacy was 52.63% and female literacy was 42.99%.