Barwadih - Lawalaung, Chatra
Barwadih is a village situated in the Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lawalaung and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Katia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwadih is 348569. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode.
Barwadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwadih
According to the 2011 Census, Barwadih village had a total population of 212 people, including 112 males and 100 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.95%, with male literacy at 52.22% and female literacy at 40.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212.
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 | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 65 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Barwadih
Barwadih 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 Barwadih
Barwadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Barwadih is about 15 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 Barwadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barwadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barwadih
Where is Barwadih located?
Barwadih village is located in Lawalaung Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwadih is Katia.
What is the pincode of Barwadih?
The pincode of Barwadih is 825103.
What is the population of Barwadih?
Barwadih had a total population of 212, including 112 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Barwadih?
Barwadih had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwadih was 46.95%. Male literacy was 52.22% and female literacy was 40.54%.