Aswan - Patepur, Vaishali
Aswan is a village situated in the Patepur subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patepur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Raghopur Narsanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aswan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aswan is 235216. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 844113 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Aswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aswan
As per Census 2011, Aswan village has a total population of 1,953 people, consisting of 1,005 males and 948 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 1,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,060 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aswan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,953 | 1,005 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 199 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,060 | 550 | 510 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 569 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 436 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Aswan
Aswan 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 Aswan
Aswan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Aswan is about 40 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 Aswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aswan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aswan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aswan
Where is Aswan located?
Aswan village is located in Patepur Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aswan?
The Gram Panchayat of Aswan is Raghopur Narsanda.
What is the pincode of Aswan?
The pincode of Aswan is 844113.
What is the population of Aswan?
Aswan has a total population of 1,953, including 1,005 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Aswan?
There are 383 households in Aswan.
What is the literacy rate in Aswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aswan is 45.21%. Male literacy is 56.62% and female literacy is 33.12%.