Barawa Tola - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Barawa Tola is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Barvatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barawa Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barawa Tola is 214319. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.33 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Barawa Tola 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 Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barawa Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Barawa Tola village had a total population of 1,743 people, including 901 males and 842 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.55%, with male literacy at 78.12% and female literacy at 50.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 259.
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 | 1,743 | 901 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 179 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 564 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 337 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Barawa Tola
Barawa Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachara | East | 1.31 km |
| Bhawar | West | 2.01 km |
| Deorihawa | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Chapaki | North | 2.98 km |
| Bichhiyari | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Araghat | West | 3.41 km |
| Dumarahar | South | 3.75 km |
| Chak Chapki | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Adhoura | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Karam Ghati | South-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barawa Tola
Barawa Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Barawa Tola is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Barawa Tola is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barawa Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barawa Tola 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barawa Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barawa Tola 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 Barawa Tola
Where is Barawa Tola located?
Barawa Tola village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barawa Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Barawa Tola is Barvatola.
What is the pincode of Barawa Tola?
The pincode of Barawa Tola is 231208.
What is the population of Barawa Tola?
Barawa Tola had a total population of 1,743, including 901 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Barawa Tola?
Barawa Tola had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barawa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barawa Tola was 64.55%. Male literacy was 78.12% and female literacy was 50.07%.