Barwa
Barwa is a village located in Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gaunaha (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Dhanauji is the gram panchayat of Barwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Barwa unique in its vibrant Gaunaha-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Barwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwa is 216437. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845455. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Barwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Barwa
Population of Barwa
According to the 2011 Census, Barwa has a total population of about 1,816, with approximately 977 males and 839 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 374 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 478 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.22%, with male literacy at about 39.51% and female literacy near 21.57%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 977 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 194 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 248 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 386 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 591 | 658 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barwa
- Where is Barwa located?
- Barwa village is situated in Gaunaha Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barwa is Dhanauji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barwa?
- The pincode of Barwa is 845455, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwa is 1,816, with 977 males and 839 females.
- How many households are there in Barwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwa village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwa is 31.22%. The male literacy rate is 39.51%, while the female literacy rate is 21.57%.