Jhaua - Dighwara, Saran
Jhaua is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Jhauwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhaua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaua is 234472. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.1 hectares and falls under the 841216 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jhaua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhaua
As per Census 2011, Jhaua village has a total population of 9,576 people, consisting of 4,988 males and 4,588 females. The village has 1,556 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,775 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,871 literate and 4,705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhaua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,576 | 4,988 | 4,588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,775 | 962 | 813 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 332 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,871 | 3,031 | 1,840 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,705 | 1,957 | 2,748 |
Nearby Villages of Jhaua
Jhaua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakaulia | East | 1.32 km |
| Mathurapur | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Mainpuri | North | 1.45 km |
| Haqiuatpur | North | 1.53 km |
| Goraipur | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Muraudpur | North | 2.11 km |
| Panchpatia | North | 2.14 km |
| Chhot Jhaua | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Deuria | North-East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhaua
Jhaua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Panchpatia Deoria Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Jhaua is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Jhaua is about 22 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 Jhaua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhaua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaua 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhaua
Where is Jhaua located?
Jhaua village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaua is Jhauwa.
What is the pincode of Jhaua?
The pincode of Jhaua is 841216.
What is the population of Jhaua?
Jhaua has a total population of 9,576, including 4,988 males and 4,588 females.
How many households are there in Jhaua?
There are 1,556 households in Jhaua.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaua is 50.87%. Male literacy is 60.77% and female literacy is 40.10%.