Barwala - Vanthali, Junagadh
Barwala is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Barwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwala is 514409. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.38 hectares and falls under the 362215 pincode. Vanthali is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwala
According to the 2011 Census, Barwala village had a total population of 893 people, including 467 males and 426 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.99%, with male literacy at 80.84% and female literacy at 57.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 329 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 138 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Barwala
Barwala 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 Barwala
Public transport in the Barwala 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 Vanthali to Barwala is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Barwala is about 27 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 Barwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barwala
Where is Barwala located?
Barwala village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwala?
Barwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwala?
The pincode of Barwala is 362215.
What is the population of Barwala?
Barwala had a total population of 893, including 467 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Barwala?
Barwala had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwala was 69.99%. Male literacy was 80.84% and female literacy was 57.92%.