Barwha
Barwha is a village located in Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhandur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Barwha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barwha unique in its vibrant Lakhandur-Bhandara region. You’ll see Barwha’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 Barwha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwha is 537475. The village spans a total geographical area of 357.86 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Barwha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Barwha
Population of Barwha
According to the 2011 Census, Barwha has a total population of about 2,281, with approximately 1,142 males and 1,139 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 491 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 112. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.72%, with male literacy at about 81.44% and female literacy near 71.99%. There are around 543 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barwha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,281 | 1,142 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 248 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,750 | 930 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 212 | 319 |
Connectivity of Barwha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barwha. As per the 2011 stats, Barwha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barwha
Knowing the nearby villages of Barwha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barwha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barwha
- Where is Barwha located?
- Barwha village is situated in Lakhandur Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwha?
- Barwha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barwha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwha is 2,281, with 1,142 males and 1,139 females.
- How many households are there in Barwha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwha village has a total of 543 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwha is 76.72%. The male literacy rate is 81.44%, while the female literacy rate is 71.99%.