Barwa - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Barwa is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Siswania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa is 216769. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.83 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwa
According to the 2011 Census, Barwa village had a total population of 3,048 people, including 1,576 males and 1,472 females, living in 560 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.08%, with male literacy at 74.12% and female literacy at 52.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 3,048 | 1,576 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 262 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,604 | 974 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,444 | 602 | 842 |
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
Barwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barwa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Barwa is about 35 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barwa
Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa is Siswania.
What is the pincode of Barwa?
The pincode of Barwa is 845453.
What is the population of Barwa?
Barwa had a total population of 3,048, including 1,576 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
Barwa had 560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa was 64.08%. Male literacy was 74.12% and female literacy was 52.99%.