Barhuwan - Bilgram, Hardoi
Barhuwan is a village situated in the Bilgram tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilgram and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Brhuya Musaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhuwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhuwan is 140750. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.78 hectares and falls under the 241303 pincode. Mallawa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Barhuwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilgram-mallanwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhuwan
According to the 2011 Census, Barhuwan village had a total population of 2,966 people, including 1,608 males and 1,358 females, living in 555 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.49%, with male literacy at 86.75% and female literacy at 73.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220.
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 | 2,966 | 1,608 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 189 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 119 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,124 | 1,231 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 377 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Barhuwan
Barhuwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govardhanpur Andar Nagar Palika | North | 0.90 km |
| Akbarpur | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Bhagwant Nagar Andar Nagar Palika | West | 1.36 km |
| Musepur | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Ganga Rampur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Sarai Gauri | South | 1.80 km |
| Bharhwal Salempur | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Rajaypur | South | 2.27 km |
| Tendua | North | 2.68 km |
| Newada Mahmood | North-East | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barhuwan
Barhuwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallanwan, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mallawa to Barhuwan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Barhuwan is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhuwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhuwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barhuwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhuwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barhuwan
Where is Barhuwan located?
Barhuwan village is located in Bilgram Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barhuwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhuwan is Brhuya Musaypur.
What is the pincode of Barhuwan?
The pincode of Barhuwan is 241303.
What is the population of Barhuwan?
Barhuwan had a total population of 2,966, including 1,608 males and 1,358 females.
How many households are there in Barhuwan?
Barhuwan had 555 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhuwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhuwan was 80.49%. Male literacy was 86.75% and female literacy was 73.20%.