Amwa - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Amwa is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Parsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amwa is 219161. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.1 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Amwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amwa
According to the 2011 Census, Amwa village had a total population of 641 people, including 343 males and 298 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.22%, with male literacy at 55.73% and female literacy at 27.04%.
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 | 641 | 343 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 146 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 197 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Amwa
Amwa 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 Amwa
Public transport in the Amwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Amwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amwa
Where is Amwa located?
Amwa village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Amwa is Parsa.
What is the pincode of Amwa?
The pincode of Amwa is 843324.
What is the population of Amwa?
Amwa had a total population of 641, including 343 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Amwa?
Amwa had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amwa was 42.22%. Male literacy was 55.73% and female literacy was 27.04%.