Barpuda - Kaprada, Valsad
Barpuda is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Barpuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpuda is 523554. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129.44 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Barpuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barpuda
According to the 2011 Census, Barpuda village had a total population of 2,239 people, including 1,125 males and 1,114 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.43%, with male literacy at 53.62% and female literacy at 39.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,229.
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 | 2,239 | 1,125 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 254 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,229 | 1,120 | 1,109 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 467 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 658 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Barpuda
Barpuda 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 Barpuda
Barpuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharampur to Barpuda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Barpuda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barpuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barpuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barpuda
Where is Barpuda located?
Barpuda village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barpuda?
Barpuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barpuda?
The pincode of Barpuda is 396067.
What is the population of Barpuda?
Barpuda had a total population of 2,239, including 1,125 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Barpuda?
Barpuda had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barpuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpuda was 46.43%. Male literacy was 53.62% and female literacy was 39.22%.