Barh Kurwa - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Barh Kurwa is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Bhataura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barh Kurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barh Kurwa is 236379. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barh Kurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Warisnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barh Kurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Barh Kurwa village had a total population of 603 people, including 321 males and 282 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.49%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 53.78%.
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 | 603 | 321 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 235 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 86 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Barh Kurwa
Barh Kurwa 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 Barh Kurwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barh Kurwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Barh Kurwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Barh Kurwa is about 30 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 Barh Kurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barh Kurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barh Kurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barh Kurwa 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 Barh Kurwa
Where is Barh Kurwa located?
Barh Kurwa village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barh Kurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barh Kurwa is Bhataura.
What is the pincode of Barh Kurwa?
The pincode of Barh Kurwa is 848117.
What is the population of Barh Kurwa?
Barh Kurwa had a total population of 603, including 321 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Barh Kurwa?
Barh Kurwa had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barh Kurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barh Kurwa was 71.49%. Male literacy was 86.08% and female literacy was 53.78%.