Bherwa - Itkhori, Chatra
Bherwa is a village situated in the Itkhori subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itkhori and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Nawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bherwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherwa is 349093. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.32 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Bherwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bherwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bherwa village had a total population of 182 people, including 95 males and 87 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.99%, with male literacy at 96.39% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 80 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 15 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bherwa
Bherwa 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 Bherwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bherwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Bherwa is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bherwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bherwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bherwa
Where is Bherwa located?
Bherwa village is located in Itkhori Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bherwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bherwa is Nawada.
What is the pincode of Bherwa?
The pincode of Bherwa is 825408.
What is the population of Bherwa?
Bherwa had a total population of 182, including 95 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Bherwa?
Bherwa had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bherwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherwa was 81.99%. Male literacy was 96.39% and female literacy was 66.67%.