Barwala
Barwala is a village located in Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Vanthali (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Barwala village is also a gram panchayat.
Barwala has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwala is 514409. The village spans a total geographical area of 609.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362002. Vanthali is nearest town to Barwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barwala 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.
Google Map of Barwala
Population of Barwala
Below is a concise population overview of Barwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 467 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 541 | 329 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 138 | 214 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barwala village:
- The total population of Barwala village is around 893, including approximately 467 males and 426 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Barwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barwala village has 94 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barwala village is about 60.58%, with male literacy at 70.45% and female literacy at 49.77%.
- There are around 173 households in Barwala village.
Connectivity of Barwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barwala. As per the 2011 stats, Barwala 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Barwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barwala
- Where is Barwala located?
- Barwala village is situated in Vanthali Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwala?
- Barwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barwala?
- The pincode of Barwala is 362002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwala is 893, with 467 males and 426 females.
- How many households are there in Barwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwala village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwala is 60.58%. The male literacy rate is 70.45%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.