Barew - Chunar, Mirzapur
Barew is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Bareb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barew village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barew is 212544. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.19 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Chunar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Barew village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barew
As per Census 2011, Barew village has a total population of 2,124 people, consisting of 1,099 males and 1,025 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,337 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 468 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barew are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,124 | 1,099 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 155 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 229 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 749 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 350 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Barew
Barew 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Phauj | North | 0.74 km |
| Chak Gaus | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Bairi Chak Mafi | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Musepur | East | 0.93 km |
| Roshanpur | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Asalatpur | South | 1.00 km |
| Kharkhasipur | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Mohamadabad | South | 1.51 km |
| Bashupur | East | 1.56 km |
| Agarsand | North | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barew
Barew is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chunar to Barew is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Barew is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barew
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barew 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barew
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barew village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barew
Where is Barew located?
Barew village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barew?
The Gram Panchayat of Barew is Bareb.
What is the pincode of Barew?
The pincode of Barew is 231304.
What is the population of Barew?
Barew has a total population of 2,124, including 1,099 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Barew?
There are 350 households in Barew.
What is the literacy rate in Barew?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barew is 62.95%. Male literacy is 68.15% and female literacy is 57.37%.