Barwa East - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Barwa East is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Barwa East village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa East is 361832. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Barwa East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwa East
As per Census 2011, Barwa East village has a total population of 3,510 people, consisting of 1,819 males and 1,691 females. The village has 623 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,021 literate and 1,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 718 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwa East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,510 | 1,819 | 1,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 247 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 718 | 360 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 2,021 | 1,272 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 547 | 942 |
Nearby Villages of Barwa East
Barwa East is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daldali | North | 1.19 km |
| Tetulia | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Baruigara | East | 1.74 km |
| Kharkabad | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Dumdumi | South | 1.95 km |
| Kaladabar | North | 2.45 km |
| Dubhi | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Gargaro | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Ramkanali | East | 2.66 km |
| Phaphuadi | West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barwa East
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Barwa East. The nearest railway station is Kalubathan, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Barwa East 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 East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwa East 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 East
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 East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barwa East
Where is Barwa East located?
Barwa East village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa East?
Barwa East is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwa East?
The pincode of Barwa East is 828109.
What is the population of Barwa East?
Barwa East has a total population of 3,510, including 1,819 males and 1,691 females.
How many households are there in Barwa East?
There are 623 households in Barwa East.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa East is 57.58%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 44.29%.