Barwahi
Barwahi is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Karwahi is the gram panchayat of Barwahi village.
Barwahi has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barwahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwahi is 498001. The village spans a total geographical area of 193.38 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Barwahi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barwahi 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barwahi
Population of Barwahi
Below is a concise population overview of Barwahi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 262 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 240 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 215 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 47 | 95 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barwahi village:
- The total population of Barwahi village is around 527, including approximately 262 males and 265 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Barwahi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barwahi village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 483 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barwahi village is about 73.06%, with male literacy at 82.06% and female literacy at 64.15%.
- There are around 114 households in Barwahi village.
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 Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwahi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barwahi is Karwahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwahi is 527, with 262 males and 265 females.
- How many households are there in Barwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwahi village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwahi is 73.06%. The male literacy rate is 82.06%, while the female literacy rate is 64.15%.