Barwa - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Barwa is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Barwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa is 038452. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 140117 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwa
According to the 2011 Census, Barwa village had a total population of 1,813 people, including 920 males and 893 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.14%, with male literacy at 88.11% and female literacy at 74.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 1,813 | 920 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 726 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 194 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Barwa
Barwa 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 Barwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barwa. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Barwa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barwa
Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwa?
Barwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwa?
The pincode of Barwa is 140117.
What is the population of Barwa?
Barwa had a total population of 1,813, including 920 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
Barwa had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa was 81.14%. Male literacy was 88.11% and female literacy was 74.00%.