Barula - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Barula is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Sutrapada and around 190 km from Junagadh. Barula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barula is 515077. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.89 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Barula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barula
As per Census 2011, Barula village has a total population of 1,790 people, consisting of 908 males and 882 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,088 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 908 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 113 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 204 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 1,088 | 614 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 294 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Barula
Barula 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 Barula
Public transport in the Barula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Barula is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Barula is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barula 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barula
Where is Barula located?
Barula village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barula?
Barula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barula?
The pincode of Barula is 362268.
What is the population of Barula?
Barula has a total population of 1,790, including 908 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Barula?
There are 326 households in Barula.
What is the literacy rate in Barula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barula is 60.78%. Male literacy is 67.62% and female literacy is 53.74%.