Barwania - Barkagaon, Hazaribagh
Barwania is a village situated in the Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkagaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Napokhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwania is 368821. The village covers a total geographical area of 1012.31 hectares and falls under the 825311 pincode.
Barwania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwania
According to the 2011 Census, Barwania village had a total population of 647 people, including 328 males and 319 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.19%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 40.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 630.
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 | 647 | 328 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 61 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 319 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 158 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 170 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Barwania
Barwania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Napokhurd | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Lurunga | East | 2.40 km |
| Maldih | West | 3.02 km |
| Isko | North | 3.25 km |
| Ronhe Alias Paseria | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Napo Kalan | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Chano | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Kharanti | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Kutulua | North | 4.87 km |
| Rautpara | North | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barwania
Barwania is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patratu, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Barwania is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barwania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwania 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barwania
Where is Barwania located?
Barwania village is located in Barkagaon Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwania?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwania is Napokhurd.
What is the pincode of Barwania?
The pincode of Barwania is 825311.
What is the population of Barwania?
Barwania had a total population of 647, including 328 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Barwania?
Barwania had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwania was 50.19%. Male literacy was 59.18% and female literacy was 40.49%.