Methawalia - Revelganj, Saran
Methawalia is a village situated in the Revelganj subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Revelganj and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Mukrera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Methawalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Methawalia is 233577. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.8 hectares and falls under the 841213 pincode. Revelganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Methawalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Methawalia
According to the 2011 Census, Methawalia village had a total population of 1,796 people, including 939 males and 857 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.62%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,796 | 939 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 149 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 166 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 655 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 284 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Methawalia
Methawalia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Methawalia
Methawalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Methawalia.
| 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 Revelganj to Methawalia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Methawalia is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Methawalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Methawalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Methawalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Methawalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Methawalia
Where is Methawalia located?
Methawalia village is located in Revelganj Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Methawalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Methawalia is Mukrera.
What is the pincode of Methawalia?
The pincode of Methawalia is 841213.
What is the population of Methawalia?
Methawalia had a total population of 1,796, including 939 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Methawalia?
Methawalia had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Methawalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Methawalia was 72.62%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 61.36%.