Bhadwas - Mahua, Vaishali
Bhadwas is a village situated in the Mahua subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahua and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Bhadwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadwas is 235276. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 844122 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhadwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhadwas
As per Census 2011, Bhadwas village has a total population of 4,291 people, consisting of 2,236 males and 2,055 females. The village has 703 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 726 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,177 literate and 2,114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,291 | 2,236 | 2,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 726 | 391 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 415 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,177 | 1,294 | 883 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,114 | 942 | 1,172 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadwas
Bhadwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bazidpur Bhadwas | South-East | 0.72 km |
| Tajpur Raj Urf Bahora | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Alipur Makund | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Tal Salha | South | 1.55 km |
| Karihan | West | 1.77 km |
| Lachhmipur Tal Doghra | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Mirza Nagar | North | 1.79 km |
| Harpur Jadu | East | 2.45 km |
| Bahsi Saidpur | South | 2.45 km |
| Kalyanpur Chausiwan | South-West | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhadwas
Bhadwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gram Kharika, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hajipur to Bhadwas is about 24 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 Bhadwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadwas 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 Bhadwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadwas 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhadwas
Where is Bhadwas located?
Bhadwas village is located in Mahua Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadwas?
Bhadwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadwas?
The pincode of Bhadwas is 844122.
What is the population of Bhadwas?
Bhadwas has a total population of 4,291, including 2,236 males and 2,055 females.
How many households are there in Bhadwas?
There are 703 households in Bhadwas.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadwas is 50.73%. Male literacy is 57.87% and female literacy is 42.97%.