Barula - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Barula is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Malia and around 70 km from Junagadh. Barula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barula is 514894. The village covers a total geographical area of 795.54 hectares and falls under the 362255 pincode. Chorvad is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Mangrol 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 1,569 people, consisting of 792 males and 777 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,132 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,569 | 792 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 145 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 633 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 159 | 278 |
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
Barula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barula.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chorvad to Barula is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Barula is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | 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 Barula
Where is Barula located?
Barula village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh 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 362255.
What is the population of Barula?
Barula has a total population of 1,569, including 792 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Barula?
There are 297 households in Barula.
What is the literacy rate in Barula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barula is 72.15%. Male literacy is 79.92% and female literacy is 64.22%.