Barwatpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Barwatpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Barwatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwatpur is 174850. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.58 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barwatpur 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 Barwatpur
As per Census 2011, Barwatpur village has a total population of 2,370 people, consisting of 1,162 males and 1,208 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 865 literate and 1,505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,370 | 1,162 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 274 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 525 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,505 | 637 | 868 |
Nearby Villages of Barwatpur
Barwatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhataura | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Khaprawa | West | 1.57 km |
| Bairampur | East | 1.67 km |
| Bhopatpur | North | 1.81 km |
| Malauna | South | 1.82 km |
| Mohammad Pur | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Semara | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Dhamsara | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Khinduri | East | 2.73 km |
| Bhadauri | South-West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barwatpur
Barwatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Colonelganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Barwatpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Barwatpur is about 36 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 Barwatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barwatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barwatpur
Where is Barwatpur located?
Barwatpur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwatpur?
Barwatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwatpur?
The pincode of Barwatpur is 271502.
What is the population of Barwatpur?
Barwatpur has a total population of 2,370, including 1,162 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Barwatpur?
There are 400 households in Barwatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Barwatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwatpur is 36.50%. Male literacy is 45.18% and female literacy is 28.15%.