Barwa - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Barwa is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mahipur Bhathaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa is 216843. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 845101 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwa
According to the 2011 Census, Barwa village had a total population of 840 people, including 439 males and 401 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.47%, with male literacy at 65.99% and female literacy at 39.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 840 | 439 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 227 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 212 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Barwa
Barwa 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 Barwa
Public transport in the Barwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Barwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Barwa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Barwa is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barwa
Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa is Mahipur Bhathaura.
What is the pincode of Barwa?
The pincode of Barwa is 845101.
What is the population of Barwa?
Barwa had a total population of 840, including 439 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
Barwa had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa was 53.47%. Male literacy was 65.99% and female literacy was 39.94%.