Barvala

Barvala is a village located in Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mendarda (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Barvala village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Barvala unique in its vibrant Mendarda-Junagadh region. You’ll see Barvala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Barvala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barvala is 514680. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362260. Junagadh is nearest town to Barvala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

When it comes to local governance, Barvala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barvala

According to the 2011 Census, Barvala has a total population of about 1,217, with approximately 637 males and 580 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.25%, with male literacy at about 83.20% and female literacy near 68.62%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barvala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,217 637 580
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 102 55 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 246 129 117
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 928 530 398
Illiterate Population 289 107 182

Connectivity of Barvala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barvala. As per the 2011 stats, Barvala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barvala

Knowing the nearby villages of Barvala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barvala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barvala

Where is Barvala located?
Barvala village is situated in Mendarda Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barvala?
Barvala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Barvala?
The pincode of Barvala is 362260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barvala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barvala is 1,217, with 637 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Barvala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barvala village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barvala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barvala is 76.25%. The male literacy rate is 83.20%, while the female literacy rate is 68.62%.