Barvas
Barvas is a village located in Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Danta (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Barvas village is also a gram panchayat.
Barvas has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barvas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barvas is 507908. The village spans a total geographical area of 384.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385120. Ambaji is nearest town to Barvas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barvas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barvas
Population of Barvas
Below is a concise population overview of Barvas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 693 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 166 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,329 | 687 | 642 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 398 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 295 | 436 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barvas village:
- The total population of Barvas village is around 1,342, including approximately 693 males and 649 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 339 children aged 0–6 years in Barvas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barvas village has 1,329 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barvas village is about 45.53%, with male literacy at 57.43% and female literacy at 32.82%.
- There are around 199 households in Barvas village.
Connectivity of Barvas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barvas. As per the 2011 stats, Barvas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barvas
Knowing the nearby villages of Barvas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barvas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barvas
- Where is Barvas located?
- Barvas village is situated in Danta Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barvas?
- Barvas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barvas?
- The pincode of Barvas is 385120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barvas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barvas is 1,342, with 693 males and 649 females.
- How many households are there in Barvas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barvas village has a total of 199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barvas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barvas is 45.53%. The male literacy rate is 57.43%, while the female literacy rate is 32.82%.