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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Barawa Tola village has a total population of 1,743 people, consisting of 901 males and 842 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 903 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barawa Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,743 | 901 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 179 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,743, including 901 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Barawa Tola?
There are 349 households in Barawa Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Barawa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barawa Tola is 51.81%. Male literacy is 62.60% and female literacy is 40.26%.