Sahwa - Ishupur, Saran
Sahwa is a village situated in the Ishupur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ishupur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Sahwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahwa is 233089. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 841411 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sahwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahwa
As per Census 2011, Sahwa village has a total population of 5,872 people, consisting of 2,941 males and 2,931 females. The village has 908 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,030 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,005 literate and 2,867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sahwa
Sahwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur | South | 0.83 km |
| Nawada | North | 0.96 km |
| Nipanian | South | 1.51 km |
| Piarepur | West | 1.59 km |
| Chanpurwa | North | 1.86 km |
| Ramchaura | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Agauthar Sundar | East | 2.12 km |
| Terha | East | 2.24 km |
| Gangoi | North | 2.33 km |
| Sumbha | South-West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahwa
Sahwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agauthar Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chapra to Sahwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Sahwa is about 33 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 Sahwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahwa
Where is Sahwa located?
Sahwa village is located in Ishupur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahwa is Sahwan.
What is the pincode of Sahwa?
The pincode of Sahwa is 841411.
What is the population of Sahwa?
Sahwa has a total population of 5,872, including 2,941 males and 2,931 females.
How many households are there in Sahwa?
There are 908 households in Sahwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sahwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahwa is 51.18%. Male literacy is 58.55% and female literacy is 43.77%.