Barawe - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Barawe is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Barawe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barawe is 214342. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.21 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Barawe 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 Barawe
As per Census 2011, Barawe village has a total population of 1,792 people, consisting of 952 males and 840 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 781 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,065 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barawe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,792 | 952 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 210 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 179 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,065 | 564 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 508 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 444 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Barawe
Barawe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khara Dih | West | 1.80 km |
| Ghaghara | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Chak Bagadari | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Jura | North | 3.78 km |
| Pokhara | South | 3.82 km |
| Chouna | East | 4.47 km |
| Ghaghari | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Chak Bagdari Sani | East | 5.05 km |
| Munagadih | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Dhankhor | North-East | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barawe
Barawe is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Barawe is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barawe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barawe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barawe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barawe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barawe
Where is Barawe located?
Barawe village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barawe?
Barawe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barawe?
The pincode of Barawe is 231208.
What is the population of Barawe?
Barawe has a total population of 1,792, including 952 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Barawe?
There are 327 households in Barawe.
What is the literacy rate in Barawe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barawe is 43.58%. Male literacy is 53.36% and female literacy is 32.50%.