Barharwa - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Barharwa is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Matiariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barharwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barharwa is 216347. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.1 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barharwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barharwa
As per Census 2011, Barharwa village has a total population of 1,624 people, consisting of 829 males and 795 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 882 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barharwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 829 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 170 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,293 | 659 | 634 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 469 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 360 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Barharwa
Barharwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakri Khurd | East | 1.34 km |
| Hardi | South | 1.38 km |
| Khurhuria | North | 1.67 km |
| Shajahanpur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Belsandi | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Tahkaul | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Pakri Kalan | East | 2.56 km |
| Hauda | South | 2.67 km |
| Bengra | West | 2.73 km |
| Mehnaul Khurd | South | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barharwa
Public transport in the Barharwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amolwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Barharwa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Barharwa is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barharwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barharwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barharwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barharwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barharwa
Where is Barharwa located?
Barharwa village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barharwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barharwa is Matiariya.
What is the pincode of Barharwa?
The pincode of Barharwa is 845455.
What is the population of Barharwa?
Barharwa has a total population of 1,624, including 829 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Barharwa?
There are 265 households in Barharwa.
What is the literacy rate in Barharwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barharwa is 45.69%. Male literacy is 56.57% and female literacy is 34.34%.