Barwan
About Barwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barwan village is 315890. Barwan village is located in Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Gram Salkia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barwan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Burwan I is the gram panchayat of Barwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 797.63 hectares. Barwan has a total population of 8,974 peoples, out of which male population is 4,558 while female population is 4,416. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 968 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barwan village is 63.12% out of which 66.54% males and 59.58% females are literate. There are about 2,106 houses in barwan village. Pincode of barwan village locality is 742132.
When it comes to administration, Barwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barwan village comes under Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandi is nearest town to barwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Barwan
The population details of Barwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,974 | 4,558 | 4,416 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,182 | 596 | 586 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,403 | 1,194 | 1,209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,664 | 3,033 | 2,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,310 | 1,525 | 1,785 |
Connectivity of Barwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barwan
Where is Barwan located?
Barwan village is situated in Burwan Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwan is Burwan I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barwan?
The pincode of Barwan is 742132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwan is 8,974, with 4,558 males and 4,416 females.
How many households are there in Barwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barwan village has a total of 2,106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwan is 63.12%. The male literacy rate is 66.54%, while the female literacy rate is 59.58%.