Bherwa - Bisfi, Madhubani
Bherwa is a village situated in the Bisfi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisfi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bhairba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bherwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherwa is 220378. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bherwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bherwa
As per Census 2011, Bherwa village has a total population of 6,880 people, consisting of 3,610 males and 3,270 females. The village has 1,430 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,174 literate and 3,706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bherwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,880 | 3,610 | 3,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,267 | 675 | 592 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,174 | 1,844 | 1,330 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,706 | 1,766 | 1,940 |
Nearby Villages of Bherwa
Bherwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakrari | East | 1.23 km |
| Damla | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Parohi | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Bisfi | South | 2.52 km |
| Baingra | West | 2.57 km |
| Sibaul | North | 2.83 km |
| Nurchak | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Patauna | East | 3.00 km |
| Rathos | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Balha | South-West | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bherwa
Bherwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kamtaul, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Bherwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bherwa is about 40 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 Bherwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bherwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bherwa
Where is Bherwa located?
Bherwa village is located in Bisfi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bherwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bherwa is Bhairba.
What is the pincode of Bherwa?
The pincode of Bherwa is 847102.
What is the population of Bherwa?
Bherwa has a total population of 6,880, including 3,610 males and 3,270 females.
How many households are there in Bherwa?
There are 1,430 households in Bherwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bherwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherwa is 46.13%. Male literacy is 51.08% and female literacy is 40.67%.