Radhau - Sursand, Sitamarhi
Radhau is a village situated in the Sursand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sursand and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Radhaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhau is 219212. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.7 hectares and falls under the 843331 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Radhau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Radhau
As per Census 2011, Radhau village has a total population of 8,173 people, consisting of 4,370 males and 3,803 females. The village has 1,847 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,774 literate and 4,399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 879 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,173 | 4,370 | 3,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,508 | 791 | 717 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 879 | 489 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,774 | 2,311 | 1,463 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,399 | 2,059 | 2,340 |
Nearby Villages of Radhau
Radhau 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 Radhau
Radhau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Radhau is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radhau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radhau
Where is Radhau located?
Radhau village is located in Sursand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhau?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhau is Radhaur.
What is the pincode of Radhau?
The pincode of Radhau is 843331.
What is the population of Radhau?
Radhau has a total population of 8,173, including 4,370 males and 3,803 females.
How many households are there in Radhau?
There are 1,847 households in Radhau.
What is the literacy rate in Radhau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhau is 46.18%. Male literacy is 52.88% and female literacy is 38.47%.