Barolia - Chikhli, Navsari
Barolia is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Barolia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barolia is 523052. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.67 hectares and falls under the 396430 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Barolia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barolia
According to the 2011 Census, Barolia village had a total population of 1,389 people, including 715 males and 674 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.25%, with male literacy at 90.30% and female literacy at 81.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,080.
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 | 1,389 | 715 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,080 | 539 | 541 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 568 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 147 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Barolia
Barolia 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 Barolia
Public transport in the Barolia is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barolia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Barolia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Barolia is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barolia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barolia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barolia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barolia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barolia
Where is Barolia located?
Barolia village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barolia?
Barolia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barolia?
The pincode of Barolia is 396430.
What is the population of Barolia?
Barolia had a total population of 1,389, including 715 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Barolia?
Barolia had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barolia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barolia was 86.25%. Male literacy was 90.30% and female literacy was 81.96%.