Barwan - Biaora, Rajgarh
Barwan is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Barwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwan is 479722. The village covers a total geographical area of 939.23 hectares and falls under the 465674 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwan
According to the 2011 Census, Barwan village had a total population of 2,784 people, including 1,413 males and 1,371 females, living in 505 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.97%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 45.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 360, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 2,784 | 1,413 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 207 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 176 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,438 | 897 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,346 | 516 | 830 |
Nearby Villages of Barwan
Barwan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barwan
Barwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Barwan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Barwan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barwan
Where is Barwan located?
Barwan village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barwan?
Barwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwan?
The pincode of Barwan is 465674.
What is the population of Barwan?
Barwan had a total population of 2,784, including 1,413 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Barwan?
Barwan had 505 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwan was 59.97%. Male literacy was 74.38% and female literacy was 45.39%.