Barwala
Barwala is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Barwala village. As per 2009 stats, Jharundi is the gram panchayat of Barwala village.
Barwala has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barwala is 010992. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176030. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Barwala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barwala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barwala
Population of Barwala
Below is a concise population overview of Barwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barwala village:
- The total population of Barwala village is around 91, including approximately 45 males and 46 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Barwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barwala village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barwala village is about 78.02%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 69.57%.
- There are around 21 households in Barwala village.
Connectivity of Barwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barwala. As per the 2011 stats, Barwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Barwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barwala
- Where is Barwala located?
- Barwala village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barwala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barwala is Jharundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barwala?
- The pincode of Barwala is 176030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barwala is 91, with 45 males and 46 females.
- How many households are there in Barwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barwala village has a total of 21 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barwala is 78.02%. The male literacy rate is 86.67%, while the female literacy rate is 69.57%.