Barwa - Sarath, Deoghar
Barwa is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarth and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Manjhladih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa is 355021. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Devghar is the nearest town.
Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwa
According to the 2011 Census, Barwa village had a total population of 269 people, including 147 males and 122 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.60%, with male literacy at 58.87% and female literacy at 34.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 269 | 147 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 73 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 74 | 86 |
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 auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Barwa is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Barwa
Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwa is Manjhladih.
What is the pincode of Barwa?
The pincode of Barwa is 814149.
What is the population of Barwa?
Barwa had a total population of 269, including 147 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
Barwa had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa was 47.60%. Male literacy was 58.87% and female literacy was 34.29%.