Barawa - Lalganj, Azamgarh
Barawa is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Barawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barawa is 195643. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.56 hectares and falls under the 276201 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Barawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barawa
As per Census 2011, Barawa village has a total population of 1,878 people, consisting of 925 males and 953 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,176 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,878 | 925 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 148 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 208 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 669 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 256 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Barawa
Barawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakia Kasrawal | East | 0.68 km |
| Itaili | West | 0.80 km |
| Rajjabpur | North | 1.09 km |
| Duliamau | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Maindipur | East | 1.34 km |
| Khushnampur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Mahuwapar | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Shahpur | North | 1.69 km |
| Mehnajpur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Rovapar | North-West | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barawa
Barawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dudhaunda, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Barawa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Barawa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barawa
Where is Barawa located?
Barawa village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barawa?
Barawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barawa?
The pincode of Barawa is 276201.
What is the population of Barawa?
Barawa has a total population of 1,878, including 925 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Barawa?
There are 283 households in Barawa.
What is the literacy rate in Barawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barawa is 62.62%. Male literacy is 72.32% and female literacy is 53.20%.