Barwi
About Barwi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barwi village is 026343. Barwi village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 69km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Barwi village. As per 2009 stats, Garawag is the gram panchayat of Barwi village.
The total geographical area of village is 151.83 hectares. Barwi has a total population of 246 peoples, out of which male population is 116 while female population is 130. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1120 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barwi village is 78.05% out of which 88.79% males and 68.46% females are literate. There are about 55 houses in barwi village. Pincode of barwi village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Barwi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barwi village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to barwi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barwi
The population details of Barwi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 116 | 130 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 13 | 41 |
Connectivity of Barwi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barwi
Where is Barwi located?
Barwi village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwi is Garawag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barwi?
The pincode of Barwi is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barwi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwi is 246, with 116 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Barwi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barwi village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwi is 78.05%. The male literacy rate is 88.79%, while the female literacy rate is 68.46%.