Barwalia - Shahbad, Kurukshetra
Barwalia is a village situated in the Shahbad tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahbad and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Said Pur Barwalian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwalia is 058307. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 136135 pincode. Shahbad is the nearest town.
Barwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwalia
As per Census 2011, Barwalia village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 234 males and 204 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 322 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 234 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 189 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 45 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Barwalia
Barwalia 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 Barwalia
Barwalia 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 Barwalia.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Barwalia is about 33 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 Barwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwalia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwalia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barwalia
Where is Barwalia located?
Barwalia village is located in Shahbad Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barwalia is Said Pur Barwalian.
What is the pincode of Barwalia?
The pincode of Barwalia is 136135.
What is the population of Barwalia?
Barwalia has a total population of 438, including 234 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Barwalia?
There are 91 households in Barwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Barwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwalia is 73.52%. Male literacy is 80.77% and female literacy is 65.20%.