Barma Village - Samrala, Ludhiana
Barma is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Brahma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barma is 033095. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 141121 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Barma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samrala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barma
As per Census 2011, Barma village has a total population of 1,407 people, consisting of 722 males and 685 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,005 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barma are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,407 | 722 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 270 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 538 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 184 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Barma
Barma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bir Kakrala | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Herian | West | 1.64 km |
| Kakrala Kalan | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Kakrala Khurd | South | 2.42 km |
| Nanowal | East | 2.72 km |
| Chuharpur | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Todarpur | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Powat | North | 3.09 km |
| Kheernian | West | 3.53 km |
| Chandiala | East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barma
Public transport in the Barma is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samrala, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ludhiana to Barma is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barma
Where is Barma located?
Barma village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barma?
The Gram Panchayat of Barma is Brahma.
What is the pincode of Barma?
The pincode of Barma is 141121.
What is the population of Barma?
Barma has a total population of 1,407, including 722 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Barma?
There are 265 households in Barma.
What is the literacy rate in Barma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barma is 71.43%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 68.18%.