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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Barwas village had a total population of 1,027 people, including 536 males and 491 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.04%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 56.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 1,027 | 536 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,027, including 536 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Barwas?
Barwas had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwas was 66.04%. Male literacy was 75.27% and female literacy was 56.16%.