Tarwar - Amnour, Saran
Tarwar is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Tarwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarwar is 233895. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 841419 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tarwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarwar
As per Census 2011, Tarwar village has a total population of 3,826 people, consisting of 1,997 males and 1,829 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,160 literate and 1,666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,826 | 1,997 | 1,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 294 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,160 | 1,309 | 851 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,666 | 688 | 978 |
Nearby Villages of Tarwar
Tarwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mura | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Rasulpur | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Shikarpur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Korea | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Hakma | South | 1.76 km |
| Rahimpur | North | 2.19 km |
| Kasimpur | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Kewari Kalan | East | 2.24 km |
| Maksudpur | East | 2.30 km |
| Malahi | South | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarwar
Tarwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shilhauri Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Marhaura to Tarwar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Tarwar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarwar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarwar 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 Tarwar
Where is Tarwar located?
Tarwar village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarwar?
Tarwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarwar?
The pincode of Tarwar is 841419.
What is the population of Tarwar?
Tarwar has a total population of 3,826, including 1,997 males and 1,829 females.
How many households are there in Tarwar?
There are 581 households in Tarwar.
What is the literacy rate in Tarwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarwar is 56.46%. Male literacy is 65.55% and female literacy is 46.53%.