Barwani - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Barwani is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Chanduyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwani is 214098. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.71 hectares and falls under the 231220 pincode. Dudhi is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Barwani 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 Barwani
According to the 2011 Census, Barwani village had a total population of 821 people, including 435 males and 386 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.95%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 53.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 821 | 435 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 82 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 292 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 143 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Barwani
Barwani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barwani
Barwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barwani.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dudhi to Barwani is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Barwani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwani 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 Barwani
Where is Barwani located?
Barwani village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwani is Chanduyar.
What is the pincode of Barwani?
The pincode of Barwani is 231220.
What is the population of Barwani?
Barwani had a total population of 821, including 435 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Barwani?
Barwani had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwani was 68.95%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 53.75%.