Barvala Baval - Kunkavav Vadia, Amreli
Barvala Baval is a village situated in the Kunkavav Vadia taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadia and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Barvala Baval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barvala Baval is 515385. The village covers a total geographical area of 1562.11 hectares and falls under the 365480 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barvala Baval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amreli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Barvala Baval
As per Census 2011, Barvala Baval village has a total population of 2,585 people, consisting of 1,334 males and 1,251 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,917 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barvala Baval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,585 | 1,334 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 272 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,917 | 1,062 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 272 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Barvala Baval
Barvala Baval 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 Baval
Barvala Baval 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 Barvala Baval.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jetpur to Barvala Baval is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Barvala Baval is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barvala Baval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barvala Baval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barvala Baval
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 Baval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barvala Baval
Where is Barvala Baval located?
Barvala Baval village is located in Kunkavav Vadia Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barvala Baval?
Barvala Baval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barvala Baval?
The pincode of Barvala Baval is 365480.
What is the population of Barvala Baval?
Barvala Baval has a total population of 2,585, including 1,334 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Barvala Baval?
There are 562 households in Barvala Baval.
What is the literacy rate in Barvala Baval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barvala Baval is 74.16%. Male literacy is 79.61% and female literacy is 68.35%.