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
According to the 2011 Census, Barwa village had a total population of 603 people, including 306 males and 297 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.47%, with male literacy at 57.74% and female literacy at 45.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 603 | 306 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 603, including 306 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Barwa?
Barwa had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwa was 51.47%. Male literacy was 57.74% and female literacy was 45.15%.