Barwala - Barwala St, Panchkula
Barwala is a village situated in the Barwala St tehsil of Panchkula district, Haryana. It is located approximately 20 km from Panchkula and around 20 km from Panchkula. Barwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwala is 057080. The village covers a total geographical area of 469 hectares and falls under the 134118 pincode. Panchkula is the nearest town.
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 Panchkula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwala
As per Census 2011, Barwala village has a total population of 8,307 people, consisting of 4,404 males and 3,903 females. The village has 1,569 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,020 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,228 literate and 2,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,307 | 4,404 | 3,903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,020 | 564 | 456 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,123 | 602 | 521 |
| Literate Population | 6,228 | 3,462 | 2,766 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,079 | 942 | 1,137 |
Nearby Villages of Barwala
Barwala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagwanpur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Bhareli | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Plasra | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Raipur Alias Sunderpur | North | 2.09 km |
| Kami | North | 2.73 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 2.91 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Fatehpur Viran | South | 2.99 km |
| Sangrana | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Rehawar | North-East | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barwala
Barwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghagghar, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panchkula to Barwala is about 20 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barwala
Where is Barwala located?
Barwala village is located in Barwala St Tehsil, Panchkula district, Haryana, 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 134118.
What is the population of Barwala?
Barwala has a total population of 8,307, including 4,404 males and 3,903 females.
How many households are there in Barwala?
There are 1,569 households in Barwala.
What is the literacy rate in Barwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwala is 74.97%. Male literacy is 78.61% and female literacy is 70.87%.