Barla - Hurda, Bhilwara
Barla is a village situated in the Hurda tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hurda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Barla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barla is 094804. The village covers a total geographical area of 1156 hectares and falls under the 311021 pincode. Gulabpura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barla
As per Census 2011, Barla village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 577 males and 542 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 526 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 321 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 577 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 116 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 333 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 244 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Barla
Barla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpura | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Haripura | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Chatarpura | South | 3.58 km |
| Devpura | East | 4.38 km |
| Gajsinghpura | East | 4.40 km |
| Adarsh Nagar | West | 4.41 km |
| Roopaheli | South | 4.42 km |
| Hurda Magra | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Lamba | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Balwantpura | South | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barla
Public transport in the Barla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhojras, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gulabpura to Barla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Barla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barla 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barla
Where is Barla located?
Barla village is located in Hurda Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barla?
Barla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barla?
The pincode of Barla is 311021.
What is the population of Barla?
Barla has a total population of 1,119, including 577 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Barla?
There are 276 households in Barla.
What is the literacy rate in Barla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barla is 47.01%. Male literacy is 57.71% and female literacy is 35.61%.