Baruwa - Narwar, Shivpuri
Baruwa is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Nainagir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baruwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baruwa is 455515. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.98 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Baruwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baruwa
According to the 2011 Census, Baruwa village had a total population of 831 people, including 454 males and 377 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 831 | 454 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 130 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 337 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 117 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Baruwa
Baruwa 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 Baruwa
Baruwa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narwar to Baruwa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Baruwa is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baruwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baruwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baruwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baruwa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baruwa
Where is Baruwa located?
Baruwa village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baruwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Baruwa is Nainagir.
What is the pincode of Baruwa?
The pincode of Baruwa is 473880.
What is the population of Baruwa?
Baruwa had a total population of 831, including 454 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Baruwa?
Baruwa had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baruwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baruwa was 73.79%. Male literacy was 85.32% and female literacy was 60.00%.