Barvala - Bhabhar, Vav-Tharad
Barvala is a village situated in the Bhabhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhabhar and around 95 km from Palanpur. Barvala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barvala is 508462. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.7 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barvala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barvala
As per Census 2011, Barvala village has a total population of 3,027 people, consisting of 1,594 males and 1,433 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,549 literate and 1,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barvala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,027 | 1,594 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 260 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 1,016 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,478 | 578 | 900 |
Nearby Villages of Barvala
Barvala 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 Barvala
Barvala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barvala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabhar to Barvala is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Barvala is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barvala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barvala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barvala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barvala 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 Barvala
Where is Barvala located?
Barvala village is located in Bhabhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barvala?
Barvala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barvala?
The pincode of Barvala is 385320.
What is the population of Barvala?
Barvala has a total population of 3,027, including 1,594 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Barvala?
There are 555 households in Barvala.
What is the literacy rate in Barvala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barvala is 51.17%. Male literacy is 63.74% and female literacy is 37.19%.