Barwahi
Barwahi is a village located in Ranka subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ranka (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Katra is the gram panchayat of Barwahi village.
Here you can discover what makes Barwahi unique in its vibrant Ranka-Garhwa region. You’ll see Barwahi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barwahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwahi is 347851. The village spans a total geographical area of 988 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822125. Garhwa is nearest town to Barwahi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Barwahi
Population of Barwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Barwahi has a total population of about 1,371, with approximately 694 males and 677 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 270 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,048. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.95%, with male literacy at about 50.29% and female literacy near 27.33%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barwahi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 694 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 137 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,048 | 534 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 349 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 837 | 345 | 492 |
Connectivity of Barwahi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barwahi. As per the 2011 stats, Barwahi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barwahi
Knowing the nearby villages of Barwahi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barwahi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barwahi
- Where is Barwahi located?
- Barwahi village is situated in Ranka Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwahi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barwahi is Katra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barwahi?
- The pincode of Barwahi is 822125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwahi is 1,371, with 694 males and 677 females.
- How many households are there in Barwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwahi village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwahi is 38.95%. The male literacy rate is 50.29%, while the female literacy rate is 27.33%.