Hiwara Barasa - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Hiwara Barasa is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Hiwarabarsa serves as the Village Panchayat for Hiwara Barasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiwara Barasa is 543826. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.54 hectares and falls under the 445307 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hiwara Barasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiwara Barasa
According to the 2011 Census, Hiwara Barasa village had a total population of 975 people, including 489 males and 486 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 80.83% and female literacy at 66.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 462.
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 | 975 | 489 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 228 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 350 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 139 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Hiwara Barasa
Hiwara Barasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Katali Borgaon | East | 2.44 km |
| Baggi | West | 2.65 km |
| Ambezari Kh. | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Botoni | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Kondhi | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 4.39 km |
| Akoli Bk | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Tokwanzari | West | 5.47 km |
| Nimbadevi | South | 6.13 km |
| Borgaon | West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hiwara Barasa
Hiwara Barasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandharkaoda to Hiwara Barasa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Hiwara Barasa is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiwara Barasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiwara Barasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hiwara Barasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiwara Barasa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hiwara Barasa
Where is Hiwara Barasa located?
Hiwara Barasa village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Hiwara Barasa?
The Village Panchayat of Hiwara Barasa is Hiwarabarsa.
What is the pincode of Hiwara Barasa?
The pincode of Hiwara Barasa is 445307.
What is the population of Hiwara Barasa?
Hiwara Barasa had a total population of 975, including 489 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Hiwara Barasa?
Hiwara Barasa had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiwara Barasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiwara Barasa was 73.38%. Male literacy was 80.83% and female literacy was 66.14%.