Chand Barwa - Ekma, Saran
Chand Barwa is a village situated in the Ekma subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ekma and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Nawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chand Barwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chand Barwa is 233291. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 841208 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chand Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chand Barwa
As per Census 2011, Chand Barwa village has a total population of 3,507 people, consisting of 1,771 males and 1,736 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 681 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,811 literate and 1,696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 282 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chand Barwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,507 | 1,771 | 1,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 681 | 343 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 95 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 139 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 1,811 | 1,063 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,696 | 708 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Chand Barwa
Chand 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 Chand Barwa
Chand Barwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Chand 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 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Chand Barwa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Chand Barwa is about 36 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 Chand Barwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chand Barwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chand 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 Chand Barwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chand Barwa
Where is Chand Barwa located?
Chand Barwa village is located in Ekma Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chand Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chand Barwa is Nawada.
What is the pincode of Chand Barwa?
The pincode of Chand Barwa is 841208.
What is the population of Chand Barwa?
Chand Barwa has a total population of 3,507, including 1,771 males and 1,736 females.
How many households are there in Chand Barwa?
There are 529 households in Chand Barwa.
What is the literacy rate in Chand Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chand Barwa is 51.64%. Male literacy is 60.02% and female literacy is 43.09%.