Barvala - Babra, Amreli
Barvala is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Barvala -jam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barvala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barvala is 515464. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150.49 hectares and falls under the 365435 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barvala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barvala
According to the 2011 Census, Barvala village had a total population of 2,520 people, including 1,303 males and 1,217 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.06%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 64.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 2,520 | 1,303 | 1,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 174 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,614 | 918 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 385 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Barvala
Barvala 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 Barvala
Barvala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Babra to Barvala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Barvala is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barvala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barvala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barvala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barvala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barvala
Where is Barvala located?
Barvala village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barvala?
The Gram Panchayat of Barvala is Barvala -jam.
What is the pincode of Barvala?
The pincode of Barvala is 365435.
What is the population of Barvala?
Barvala had a total population of 2,520, including 1,303 males and 1,217 females.
How many households are there in Barvala?
Barvala had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barvala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barvala was 73.06%. Male literacy was 81.31% and female literacy was 64.44%.