Polarpur - Barwala, Botad
Polarpur is a village situated in the Barwala taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Barwala and around 120 km from Ahmadabad. Polarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polarpur is 511848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1127.31 hectares and falls under the 382250 pincode. Barwala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Polarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Polarpur village had a total population of 2,048 people, including 1,064 males and 984 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.30%, with male literacy at 86.01% and female literacy at 59.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 2,048 | 1,064 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 135 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 155 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 799 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 265 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Polarpur
Polarpur 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 Polarpur
Polarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Polarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwala to Polarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Polarpur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Polarpur
Where is Polarpur located?
Polarpur village is located in Barwala Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Polarpur?
Polarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polarpur?
The pincode of Polarpur is 382250.
What is the population of Polarpur?
Polarpur had a total population of 2,048, including 1,064 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Polarpur?
Polarpur had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polarpur was 73.30%. Male literacy was 86.01% and female literacy was 59.58%.