Sahwa

Sahwa is a village located in Ishupur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Ishupur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Sahawa is the gram panchayat of Sahwa village.

Sahwa has its own place in the vibrant Saran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sahwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahwa is 233089. The village spans a total geographical area of 269 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Sahwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Sahwa

Below is a concise population overview of Sahwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,872 2,941 2,931
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,030 547 483
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,405 721 684
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 3 3
Literate Population 3,005 1,722 1,283
Illiterate Population 2,867 1,219 1,648

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahwa village:

  • The total population of Sahwa village is around 5,872, including approximately 2,941 males and 2,931 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,030 children aged 0–6 years in Sahwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahwa village has 1,405 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sahwa village is about 51.18%, with male literacy at 58.55% and female literacy at 43.77%.
  • There are around 908 households in Sahwa village.

Connectivity of Sahwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sahwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahwa.

Piarepur Bhagwanpur Chanpurwa Gangoi Nawada Salempur Nipanian Jerha Agauthar Sundar Agauthar Nanda Mahuli

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahwa

Where is Sahwa located?
Sahwa village is situated in Ishupur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahwa is Sahawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sahwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahwa is 5,872, with 2,941 males and 2,931 females.
How many households are there in Sahwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahwa village has a total of 908 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahwa is 51.18%. The male literacy rate is 58.55%, while the female literacy rate is 43.77%.