Barwala - Baraut, Baghpat
Barwala is a village situated in the Baraut tehsil of Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraut and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Baghpat. Barwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwala is 119285. The village covers a total geographical area of 541 hectares and falls under the 250621 pincode. Baraut is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaprauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwala
As per Census 2011, Barwala village has a total population of 5,369 people, consisting of 2,962 males and 2,407 females. The village has 910 households and a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males. There are 761 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,461 literate and 1,908 illiterate residents. Additionally, 592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,369 | 2,962 | 2,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 423 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 315 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 3,461 | 2,150 | 1,311 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,908 | 812 | 1,096 |
Nearby Villages of Barwala
Barwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpur | West | 1.69 km |
| Basoli | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Bawali | South | 2.04 km |
| Aurangabad Jathauli | East | 2.27 km |
| Rajpur | North | 2.62 km |
| Karimpur | East | 3.18 km |
| Rustampur | South | 3.23 km |
| Luhara | West | 3.33 km |
| Biral | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Soop | North | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barwala
Barwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baoli, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraut to Barwala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baghpat to Barwala is about 23 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 Barwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwala 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barwala
Where is Barwala located?
Barwala village is located in Baraut Tehsil, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barwala?
Barwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwala?
The pincode of Barwala is 250621.
What is the population of Barwala?
Barwala has a total population of 5,369, including 2,962 males and 2,407 females.
How many households are there in Barwala?
There are 910 households in Barwala.
What is the literacy rate in Barwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwala is 64.46%. Male literacy is 72.59% and female literacy is 54.47%.