Parwana - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Parwana is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Dumra Mohan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parwana is 236411. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Warisnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parwana
As per Census 2011, Parwana village has a total population of 3,820 people, consisting of 1,924 males and 1,896 females. The village has 841 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 714 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,928 literate and 1,892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parwana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,820 | 1,924 | 1,896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 714 | 392 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,928 | 1,147 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,892 | 777 | 1,115 |
Nearby Villages of Parwana
Parwana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharsam | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Boran | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Khanpur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Siripur | East | 1.82 km |
| Narsingha | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Kaji Dumra | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Rajaur Rambhadarpur | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Sarhila | North | 2.30 km |
| Shankarpur | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Siripur Tola Bhajrahia | North-East | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parwana
Parwana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mabbi Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Parwana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Parwana is about 32 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 Parwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parwana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parwana 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parwana
Where is Parwana located?
Parwana village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Parwana is Dumra Mohan.
What is the pincode of Parwana?
The pincode of Parwana is 848117.
What is the population of Parwana?
Parwana has a total population of 3,820, including 1,924 males and 1,896 females.
How many households are there in Parwana?
There are 841 households in Parwana.
What is the literacy rate in Parwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parwana is 50.47%. Male literacy is 59.62% and female literacy is 41.19%.