Barwa Khurd - Manjhi, Saran
Barwa Khurd is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bhalua Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwa Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa Khurd is 233405. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 841205 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barwa Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Barwa Khurd village had a total population of 491 people, including 239 males and 252 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.23%, with male literacy at 79.50% and female literacy at 48.73%.
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 | 491 | 239 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 39 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 159 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 80 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Barwa Khurd
Barwa Khurd 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 Khurd
Barwa Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barwa Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Barwa Khurd is about 32 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwa Khurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barwa Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Barwa Khurd located?
Barwa Khurd village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa Khurd is Bhalua Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Barwa Khurd?
The pincode of Barwa Khurd is 841205.
What is the population of Barwa Khurd?
Barwa Khurd had a total population of 491, including 239 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Barwa Khurd?
Barwa Khurd had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa Khurd was 64.23%. Male literacy was 79.50% and female literacy was 48.73%.