Barala

Barala is a village located in Poogal tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Poogal (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Karnisar Bhatiyan is the gram panchayat of Barala village.

Here you can discover what makes Barala unique in its vibrant Poogal-Bikaner region. You’ll see Barala’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 Barala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barala is 069198. The village spans a total geographical area of 3277.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334001. Bikaner is nearest town to Barala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Barala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khajuwala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bikaner Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Barala

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Population of Barala

According to the 2011 Census, Barala has a total population of about 593, with approximately 311 males and 282 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 542 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.91%, with male literacy at about 42.44% and female literacy near 26.60%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 593 311 282
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 65 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 542 282 260
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 207 132 75
Illiterate Population 386 179 207

Connectivity of Barala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barala. As per the 2011 stats, Barala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barala

Knowing the nearby villages of Barala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barala

Where is Barala located?
Barala village is situated in Poogal Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barala?
The Gram Panchayat of Barala is Karnisar Bhatiyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barala?
The pincode of Barala is 334001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barala is 593, with 311 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Barala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barala village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barala is 34.91%. The male literacy rate is 42.44%, while the female literacy rate is 26.60%.