Barvas - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Barvas is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Danta and around 58 km from Palanpur. Barvas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barvas is 507908. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.96 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Barvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barvas
As per Census 2011, Barvas village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 693 males and 649 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,329 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barvas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 693 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 166 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,329 | 687 | 642 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 398 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 295 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Barvas
Barvas 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 Barvas
Public transport in the Barvas is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Barvas is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Barvas is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barvas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barvas
Where is Barvas located?
Barvas village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barvas?
Barvas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barvas?
The pincode of Barvas is 385110.
What is the population of Barvas?
Barvas has a total population of 1,342, including 693 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Barvas?
There are 199 households in Barvas.
What is the literacy rate in Barvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barvas is 45.53%. Male literacy is 57.43% and female literacy is 32.82%.