Barhawa
Barhawa is a village located in Bankatwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Bankatwa (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Jhanjhara is the gram panchayat of Barhawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Barhawa unique in its vibrant Bankatwa-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Barhawa’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 Barhawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barhawa is 217756. The village spans a total geographical area of 198 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Barhawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Barhawa
Population of Barhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Barhawa has a total population of about 2,843, with approximately 1,488 males and 1,355 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 703 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.64%, with male literacy at about 35.89% and female literacy near 14.39%. There are around 394 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barhawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,843 | 1,488 | 1,355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 354 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 173 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 729 | 534 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,114 | 954 | 1,160 |
Connectivity of Barhawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barhawa. As per the 2011 stats, Barhawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barhawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Barhawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barhawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barhawa
- Where is Barhawa located?
- Barhawa village is situated in Bankatwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barhawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barhawa is Jhanjhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barhawa is 2,843, with 1,488 males and 1,355 females.
- How many households are there in Barhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barhawa village has a total of 394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barhawa is 25.64%. The male literacy rate is 35.89%, while the female literacy rate is 14.39%.