Barwa - Rudhauli, Basti
Barwa is a village situated in the Rudhauli tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudhauli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Barwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwa is 181686. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.07 hectares and falls under the 272151 pincode. Nagar Palika Bansi is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barwa
As per Census 2011, Barwa village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 306 males and 297 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 306 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 138 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 168 | 190 |
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
Barwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagar Palika Bansi to Barwa is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Barwa is about 37 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barwa
Where is Barwa located?
Barwa village is located in Rudhauli Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 272151.
What is the population of Barwa?
Barwa has a total population of 603, including 306 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
There are 108 households in Barwa.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa is 40.63%. Male literacy is 45.10% and female literacy is 36.03%.