Barfa
Barfa is a village located in Samudrapur tehsil of Wardha district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Samudrapur (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Wardha. As per 2009 stats, Barfa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barfa unique in its vibrant Samudrapur-Wardha region. You’ll see Barfa’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 Barfa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barfa is 534637. The village spans a total geographical area of 215.2 hectares. Hinganghat is nearest town to Barfa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Barfa
Population of Barfa
According to the 2011 Census, Barfa has a total population of about 507, with approximately 256 males and 251 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 44. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.78%, with male literacy at about 79.30% and female literacy near 66.14%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barfa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 256 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 203 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 53 | 85 |
Connectivity of Barfa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barfa. As per the 2011 stats, Barfa 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 Barfa
Knowing the nearby villages of Barfa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barfa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barfa
- Where is Barfa located?
- Barfa village is situated in Samudrapur Tehsil, within the Wardha district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barfa?
- Barfa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barfa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barfa is 507, with 256 males and 251 females.
- How many households are there in Barfa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barfa village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barfa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barfa is 72.78%. The male literacy rate is 79.30%, while the female literacy rate is 66.14%.