Barwas
Barwas is a village located in Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Kamrau. Kamrau is the sub-district headquarter of Barwas village. As per 2009 stats, Barwas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barwas unique in its vibrant Kamrau-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Barwas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwas is 023416. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173029. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Barwas village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barwas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barwas
Population of Barwas
According to the 2011 Census, Barwas has a total population of about 1,027, with approximately 536 males and 491 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 205 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.33%, with male literacy at about 65.86% and female literacy near 50.10%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 599 | 353 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 183 | 245 |
Connectivity of Barwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barwas. As per the 2011 stats, Barwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Barwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barwas
- Where is Barwas located?
- Barwas village is situated in Kamrau Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwas?
- Barwas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barwas?
- The pincode of Barwas is 173029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwas is 1,027, with 536 males and 491 females.
- How many households are there in Barwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwas village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwas is 58.33%. The male literacy rate is 65.86%, while the female literacy rate is 50.10%.