Barwa - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Barwa is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhumnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa is 216634. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.79 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwa
As per Census 2011, Barwa village has a total population of 2,110 people, consisting of 1,133 males and 977 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 1,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,110 | 1,133 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 202 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 576 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 557 | 570 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Barwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Barwa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Barwa is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barwa
Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa is Dhumnagar.
What is the pincode of Barwa?
The pincode of Barwa is 845455.
What is the population of Barwa?
Barwa has a total population of 2,110, including 1,133 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
There are 342 households in Barwa.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa is 46.59%. Male literacy is 50.84% and female literacy is 41.66%.