Barwad
Barwad is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Barwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barwad unique in its vibrant Chikodi-Belgaum region. You’ll see Barwad’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 Barwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwad is 597156. The village spans a total geographical area of 519.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591263. Nipani is nearest town to Barwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nippani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barwad
Population of Barwad
According to the 2011 Census, Barwad has a total population of about 2,873, with approximately 1,432 males and 1,441 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 306 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 625 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.75%, with male literacy at about 82.33% and female literacy near 63.22%. There are around 609 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,873 | 1,432 | 1,441 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 164 | 142 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 314 | 311 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
Literate Population | 2,090 | 1,179 | 911 |
Illiterate Population | 783 | 253 | 530 |
Connectivity of Barwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barwad. As per the 2011 stats, Barwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Barwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barwad
- Where is Barwad located?
- Barwad village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwad?
- Barwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barwad?
- The pincode of Barwad is 591263, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwad is 2,873, with 1,432 males and 1,441 females.
- How many households are there in Barwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwad village has a total of 609 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwad is 72.75%. The male literacy rate is 82.33%, while the female literacy rate is 63.22%.