Barbatana - Rajula, Amreli
Barbatana is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Barbatana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbatana is 515940. The village covers a total geographical area of 976.26 hectares and falls under the 365560 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barbatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbatana
According to the 2011 Census, Barbatana village had a total population of 2,506 people, including 1,295 males and 1,211 females, living in 413 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.87%, with male literacy at 83.12% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,506 | 1,295 | 1,211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 211 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 901 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 964 | 394 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Barbatana
Barbatana 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 Barbatana
Public transport in the Barbatana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Barbatana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajula to Barbatana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Barbatana is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbatana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barbatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbatana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barbatana
Where is Barbatana located?
Barbatana village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbatana?
Barbatana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barbatana?
The pincode of Barbatana is 365560.
What is the population of Barbatana?
Barbatana had a total population of 2,506, including 1,295 males and 1,211 females.
How many households are there in Barbatana?
Barbatana had 413 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbatana was 72.87%. Male literacy was 83.12% and female literacy was 62.11%.