Barwaliya Kurmi - Colonelganj, Gonda
Barwaliya Kurmi is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Conelganj and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Barwaliya Kurmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwaliya Kurmi is 174869. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.61 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode. Conelganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barwaliya Kurmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwaliya Kurmi
According to the 2011 Census, Barwaliya Kurmi village had a total population of 1,508 people, including 791 males and 717 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.24%, with male literacy at 79.04% and female literacy at 53.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 1,508 | 791 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 100 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 513 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 278 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Barwaliya Kurmi
Barwaliya Kurmi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Than | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Debi Tilmaha | South | 1.15 km |
| Pipari Rawat | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Nahawa Parsaura | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Ramgarha | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Umariya | East | 1.64 km |
| Asarna | North | 2.12 km |
| Tikauli | West | 2.12 km |
| Gourawa Khurd | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Barawaliya Tallukdari | South-West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barwaliya Kurmi
Barwaliya Kurmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Conelganj to Barwaliya Kurmi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Barwaliya Kurmi is about 33 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 Barwaliya Kurmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwaliya Kurmi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barwaliya Kurmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwaliya Kurmi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barwaliya Kurmi
Where is Barwaliya Kurmi located?
Barwaliya Kurmi village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwaliya Kurmi?
Barwaliya Kurmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwaliya Kurmi?
The pincode of Barwaliya Kurmi is 271503.
What is the population of Barwaliya Kurmi?
Barwaliya Kurmi had a total population of 1,508, including 791 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Barwaliya Kurmi?
Barwaliya Kurmi had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwaliya Kurmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwaliya Kurmi was 67.24%. Male literacy was 79.04% and female literacy was 53.98%.