Awari - Marhaura, Saran
Awari is a village situated in the Marhaura subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marhaura and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Awari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awari is 233824. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 841419 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Awari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awari
As per Census 2011, Awari village has a total population of 4,614 people, consisting of 2,375 males and 2,239 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 845 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,702 literate and 1,912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,614 | 2,375 | 2,239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 845 | 448 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 309 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 2,702 | 1,619 | 1,083 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,912 | 756 | 1,156 |
Nearby Villages of Awari
Awari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silhauri | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Lerua | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Semarahia | North | 1.75 km |
| Asawn | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Nathua | West | 2.11 km |
| Tejpurwa | South | 2.49 km |
| Ata | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Tenua | West | 2.85 km |
| Marhaura Chattis | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Nipanian | North-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awari
Awari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Marhaura, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Awari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Awari is about 28 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 Awari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awari
Where is Awari located?
Awari village is located in Marhaura Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awari?
Awari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awari?
The pincode of Awari is 841419.
What is the population of Awari?
Awari has a total population of 4,614, including 2,375 males and 2,239 females.
How many households are there in Awari?
There are 763 households in Awari.
What is the literacy rate in Awari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awari is 58.56%. Male literacy is 68.17% and female literacy is 48.37%.