Barola
Barola is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Baruie is the gram panchayat of Barola village.
Here you can discover what makes Barola unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Barola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barola is 005464. The village spans a total geographical area of 157 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Barola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Barola
Population of Barola
According to the 2011 Census, Barola has a total population of about 570, with approximately 294 males and 276 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.79%, with male literacy at about 72.45% and female literacy near 58.70%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 294 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 213 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 81 | 114 |
Connectivity of Barola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barola. As per the 2011 stats, Barola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barola
Knowing the nearby villages of Barola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barola
- Where is Barola located?
- Barola village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barola is Baruie (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barola?
- The pincode of Barola is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barola is 570, with 294 males and 276 females.
- How many households are there in Barola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barola village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barola is 65.79%. The male literacy rate is 72.45%, while the female literacy rate is 58.70%.