Tarwan - Hasanpura, Siwan
Tarwan is a village situated in the Hasanpura subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hasanpura and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Harpur Kotwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarwan is 232586. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.09 hectares and falls under the 841240 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Tarwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daraundha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarwan
As per Census 2011, Tarwan village has a total population of 1,727 people, consisting of 808 males and 919 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,015 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,727 | 808 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 140 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 211 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 550 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 258 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Tarwan
Tarwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa Harnatanr | South | 0.72 km |
| Pasiwarh | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Harpur Kotwa | West | 1.29 km |
| Khajuhan | South | 1.61 km |
| Pipra | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Pakri | North | 1.74 km |
| Chherahi | East | 1.75 km |
| Dipni | East | 2.23 km |
| Dibi | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Chhitauli | South-West | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarwan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tarwan. The nearest railway station is Duraundha Jn, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Tarwan is about 16 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 Tarwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tarwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tarwan
Where is Tarwan located?
Tarwan village is located in Hasanpura Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarwan is Harpur Kotwa.
What is the pincode of Tarwan?
The pincode of Tarwan is 841240.
What is the population of Tarwan?
Tarwan has a total population of 1,727, including 808 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Tarwan?
There are 274 households in Tarwan.
What is the literacy rate in Tarwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarwan is 58.77%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 50.60%.