Barwan - Goh, Aurangabad
Barwan is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Barma Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwan is 252905. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwan
As per Census 2011, Barwan village has a total population of 2,428 people, consisting of 1,265 males and 1,163 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,350 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 628 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,428 | 1,265 | 1,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 248 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 334 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 1,350 | 826 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 439 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Barwan
Barwan 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 Barwan
Barwan 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 Rafiganj to Barwan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Barwan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barwan
Where is Barwan located?
Barwan village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwan is Barma Khurd.
What is the pincode of Barwan?
The pincode of Barwan is 824203.
What is the population of Barwan?
Barwan has a total population of 2,428, including 1,265 males and 1,163 females.
How many households are there in Barwan?
There are 383 households in Barwan.
What is the literacy rate in Barwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwan is 55.60%. Male literacy is 65.30% and female literacy is 45.06%.