Barul - Kandhar, Nanded
Barul is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Barul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barul is 545374. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066 hectares and falls under the 431746 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barul
As per Census 2011, Barul village has a total population of 4,674 people, consisting of 2,368 males and 2,306 females. The village has 968 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 650 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,063 literate and 1,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,018 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,674 | 2,368 | 2,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 650 | 351 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,018 | 516 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 3,063 | 1,716 | 1,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 652 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Barul
Barul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majare Warwat | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Chaukipaya | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Katkalmba | East | 2.76 km |
| Warwant | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Chauki Dharnapuri | West | 3.06 km |
| Hisse Aural | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Aural | North | 3.36 km |
| Telur | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Nandanwan | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Chincholi P.k. | North-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barul
Barul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Huzur Sahib Nanded, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kandhar to Barul is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Barul is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barul 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 Barul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barul 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 Barul
Where is Barul located?
Barul village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barul?
Barul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barul?
The pincode of Barul is 431746.
What is the population of Barul?
Barul has a total population of 4,674, including 2,368 males and 2,306 females.
How many households are there in Barul?
There are 968 households in Barul.
What is the literacy rate in Barul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barul is 65.53%. Male literacy is 72.47% and female literacy is 58.41%.