Barwalla - Kangan, Ganderbal
Barwalla is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Barwulla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Barwalla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwalla is 002894. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.8 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Barwalla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwalla
According to the 2011 Census, Barwalla village had a total population of 1,337 people, including 677 males and 660 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.59%, with male literacy at 70.66% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 677 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 407 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 270 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Barwalla
Barwalla 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 Barwalla
Barwalla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Barwalla is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Barwalla is about 12 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 Barwalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwalla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barwalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwalla 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barwalla
Where is Barwalla located?
Barwalla village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Barwalla?
The Halqa Panchayat of Barwalla is Barwulla.
What is the pincode of Barwalla?
The pincode of Barwalla is 191202.
What is the population of Barwalla?
Barwalla had a total population of 1,337, including 677 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Barwalla?
Barwalla had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwalla was 61.59%. Male literacy was 70.66% and female literacy was 52.38%.