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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwa
As per Census 2011, Barwa village has a total population of 840 people, consisting of 439 males and 401 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwa are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 840, including 439 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
There are 141 households in Barwa.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa is 42.14%. Male literacy is 51.71% and female literacy is 31.67%.