Barhawar - Doboka, Hojai
Barhawar is a village situated in the Doboka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 50 km from Nagaon. Barhawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhawar is 285260. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.47 hectares and falls under the 782439 pincode. Howraghat is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Barhawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamunamukh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhawar
According to the 2011 Census, Barhawar village had a total population of 4,209 people, including 2,121 males and 2,088 females, living in 733 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.89%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 74.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,209 | 2,121 | 2,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 798 | 395 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,725 | 1,476 | 1,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,484 | 645 | 839 |
Nearby Villages of Barhawar
Barhawar 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 Barhawar
Barhawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barhawar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Howraghat to Barhawar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Barhawar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barhawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhawar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhawar
Where is Barhawar located?
Barhawar village is located in Doboka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhawar?
Barhawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barhawar?
The pincode of Barhawar is 782439.
What is the population of Barhawar?
Barhawar had a total population of 4,209, including 2,121 males and 2,088 females.
How many households are there in Barhawar?
Barhawar had 733 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhawar was 79.89%. Male literacy was 85.52% and female literacy was 74.12%.