Barwa Buzurg - Manjhi, Saran
Barwa Buzurg is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bhalua Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwa Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa Buzurg is 233406. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 841205 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barwa Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwa Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Barwa Buzurg village has a total population of 4,476 people, consisting of 2,329 males and 2,147 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,908 literate and 1,568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 903 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwa Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,476 | 2,329 | 2,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 368 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 903 | 463 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,908 | 1,728 | 1,180 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,568 | 601 | 967 |
Nearby Villages of Barwa Buzurg
Barwa Buzurg is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhitraulia | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Mane | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Khararahia | East | 2.30 km |
| Ekari | West | 2.76 km |
| Safari | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Bahuwara | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Jaitpur | South | 3.07 km |
| Hakam | West | 3.13 km |
| Enaetpur | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Harpur | North-West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barwa Buzurg
Barwa Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ekma, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Barwa Buzurg is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Barwa Buzurg is about 27 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 Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwa Buzurg 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 Buzurg
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 Buzurg 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barwa Buzurg
Where is Barwa Buzurg located?
Barwa Buzurg village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa Buzurg is Bhalua Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Barwa Buzurg?
The pincode of Barwa Buzurg is 841205.
What is the population of Barwa Buzurg?
Barwa Buzurg has a total population of 4,476, including 2,329 males and 2,147 females.
How many households are there in Barwa Buzurg?
There are 668 households in Barwa Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa Buzurg is 64.97%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 54.96%.