Barwa - Chadoora, Budgam
Barwa is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Chadoora and around 20 km from Budgam. Borwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa is 000805. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.7 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwa
As per Census 2011, Barwa village has a total population of 1,257 people, consisting of 712 males and 545 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 765 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 480 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | 712 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 68 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 502 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 210 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Barwa
Barwa 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
Barwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Barwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chadoora to Barwa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Barwa is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barwa
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barwa
Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa is Borwa.
What is the pincode of Barwa?
The pincode of Barwa is 191113.
What is the population of Barwa?
Barwa has a total population of 1,257, including 712 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
There are 164 households in Barwa.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa is 61.81%. Male literacy is 70.51% and female literacy is 50.46%.