Abhwar - Kishanpur, Supaul
Abhwar is a village situated in the Kishanpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanpur and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Karai Hiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abhwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abhwar is 221231. The village covers a total geographical area of 959 hectares and falls under the 852138 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Abhwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Abhwar
As per Census 2011, Abhwar village has a total population of 12,846 people, consisting of 6,685 males and 6,161 females. The village has 2,709 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,443 literate and 6,403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,087 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abhwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,846 | 6,685 | 6,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,554 | 1,311 | 1,243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,087 | 572 | 515 |
| Literate Population | 6,443 | 4,028 | 2,415 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,403 | 2,657 | 3,746 |
Nearby Villages of Abhwar
Abhwar 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 Abhwar
Abhwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Abhwar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Supaul to Abhwar is about 14 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 Abhwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abhwar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Abhwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abhwar 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 Abhwar
Where is Abhwar located?
Abhwar village is located in Kishanpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abhwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Abhwar is Karai Hiya.
What is the pincode of Abhwar?
The pincode of Abhwar is 852138.
What is the population of Abhwar?
Abhwar has a total population of 12,846, including 6,685 males and 6,161 females.
How many households are there in Abhwar?
There are 2,709 households in Abhwar.
What is the literacy rate in Abhwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abhwar is 50.16%. Male literacy is 60.25% and female literacy is 39.20%.