Jawania - Marhaura, Saran
Jawania is a village situated in the Marhaura subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marhaura and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Agahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jawania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jawania is 233797. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 841443 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jawania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jawania
As per Census 2011, Jawania village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 1,040 males and 933 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,187 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jawania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 1,040 | 933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 189 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 166 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 768 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 272 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Jawania
Jawania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masaha | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Mahammadpur | West | 1.21 km |
| Parari | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Gaura | North | 2.31 km |
| Agahra | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Khalispur | North | 2.43 km |
| Bazid Bhoraha | East | 2.49 km |
| Narharpur Chamari | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Sardharae-ke-tola | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Siswa | South-West | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jawania
Jawania is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paterhi, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Jawania is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Jawania is about 24 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 Jawania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jawania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jawania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jawania 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jawania
Where is Jawania located?
Jawania village is located in Marhaura Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jawania?
The Gram Panchayat of Jawania is Agahara.
What is the pincode of Jawania?
The pincode of Jawania is 841443.
What is the population of Jawania?
Jawania has a total population of 1,973, including 1,040 males and 933 females.
How many households are there in Jawania?
There are 288 households in Jawania.
What is the literacy rate in Jawania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jawania is 60.16%. Male literacy is 73.85% and female literacy is 44.91%.