Angwali - Peterwar, Bokaro
Angwali is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petarwar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Angwali North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Angwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Angwali is 362471. The village covers a total geographical area of 1818 hectares and falls under the 825102 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Angwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bermo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Angwali
As per Census 2011, Angwali village has a total population of 9,059 people, consisting of 4,690 males and 4,369 females. The village has 1,761 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,129 literate and 3,930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,091 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Angwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,059 | 4,690 | 4,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,393 | 730 | 663 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,512 | 1,308 | 1,204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,091 | 1,047 | 1,044 |
| Literate Population | 5,129 | 3,055 | 2,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,930 | 1,635 | 2,295 |
Nearby Villages of Angwali
Angwali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherho | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Jhujhko | West | 3.09 km |
| Kenduadih | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Pichhri | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Bhulan Khetko | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Khutri | East | 5.00 km |
| Tantri | East | 5.12 km |
| Chalkari | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Chando | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Thakurtanr | East | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Angwali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Angwali. The nearest railway station is Amlo, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.1 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 Bokaro to Angwali is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Angwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Angwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Angwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Angwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Angwali
Where is Angwali located?
Angwali village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Angwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Angwali is Angwali North.
What is the pincode of Angwali?
The pincode of Angwali is 825102.
What is the population of Angwali?
Angwali has a total population of 9,059, including 4,690 males and 4,369 females.
How many households are there in Angwali?
There are 1,761 households in Angwali.
What is the literacy rate in Angwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Angwali is 56.62%. Male literacy is 65.14% and female literacy is 47.47%.