Barwa

Barwa is a village located in Katiya subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Katiya (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Bheriya is the gram panchayat of Barwa village.

Barwa has its own place in the vibrant Gopalganj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwa is 229835. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.88 hectares. Katiya is nearest town to Barwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Barwa

Below is a concise population overview of Barwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 427 212 215
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 36 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 41 19 22
Literate Population 237 146 91
Illiterate Population 190 66 124

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barwa village:

  • The total population of Barwa village is around 427, including approximately 212 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Barwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barwa village has 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barwa village is about 55.50%, with male literacy at 68.87% and female literacy at 42.33%.
  • There are around 63 households in Barwa village.

Connectivity of Barwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barwa. As per the 2011 stats, Barwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Barwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barwa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barwa

Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is situated in Katiya Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa is Bheriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwa is 427, with 212 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Barwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barwa village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwa is 55.50%. The male literacy rate is 68.87%, while the female literacy rate is 42.33%.