Bariya - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Bariya is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Bariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bariya is 511385. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121.21 hectares and falls under the 382308 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bariya
As per Census 2011, Bariya village has a total population of 4,549 people, consisting of 2,347 males and 2,202 females. The village has 923 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 628 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,903 literate and 1,646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,549 | 2,347 | 2,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 628 | 341 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,903 | 1,749 | 1,154 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,646 | 598 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Bariya
Bariya 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 Bariya
Bariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dehgam to Bariya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Bariya is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bariya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bariya
Where is Bariya located?
Bariya village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bariya?
Bariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bariya?
The pincode of Bariya is 382308.
What is the population of Bariya?
Bariya has a total population of 4,549, including 2,347 males and 2,202 females.
How many households are there in Bariya?
There are 923 households in Bariya.
What is the literacy rate in Bariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bariya is 63.82%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 52.41%.