Barwas - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Barwas is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwas is 023416. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.47 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Barwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwas
As per Census 2011, Barwas village has a total population of 1,027 people, consisting of 536 males and 491 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,027 | 536 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 353 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 183 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Barwas
Barwas 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 Barwas
Barwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Barwas is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barwas
Where is Barwas located?
Barwas village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwas?
Barwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwas?
The pincode of Barwas is 173029.
What is the population of Barwas?
Barwas has a total population of 1,027, including 536 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Barwas?
There are 159 households in Barwas.
What is the literacy rate in Barwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwas is 58.33%. Male literacy is 65.86% and female literacy is 50.10%.