Indarwa - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Indarwa is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Parsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Indarwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indarwa is 219152. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.4 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Indarwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Indarwa
As per Census 2011, Indarwa village has a total population of 4,258 people, consisting of 2,161 males and 2,097 females. The village has 846 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,018 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 2,436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Indarwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,258 | 2,161 | 2,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,018 | 499 | 519 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,060 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,436 | 1,101 | 1,335 |
Nearby Villages of Indarwa
Indarwa 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 Indarwa
Public transport in the Indarwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Indarwa is about 31 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 Indarwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indarwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Indarwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indarwa 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 Indarwa
Where is Indarwa located?
Indarwa village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Indarwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Indarwa is Parsa.
What is the pincode of Indarwa?
The pincode of Indarwa is 843324.
What is the population of Indarwa?
Indarwa has a total population of 4,258, including 2,161 males and 2,097 females.
How many households are there in Indarwa?
There are 846 households in Indarwa.
What is the literacy rate in Indarwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indarwa is 42.79%. Male literacy is 49.05% and female literacy is 36.34%.