Barwala - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Barwala is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Barwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwala is 055911. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.13 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Kelakhera is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Barwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwala
According to the 2011 Census, Barwala village had a total population of 1,273 people, including 662 males and 611 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.93%, with male literacy at 76.90% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,273 | 662 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 181 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 446 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 216 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Barwala
Barwala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
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 located within 2-5 km of Barwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kelakhera to Barwala is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Barwala is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barwala
Where is Barwala located?
Barwala village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, 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 262401.
What is the population of Barwala?
Barwala had a total population of 1,273, including 662 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Barwala?
Barwala had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwala was 61.93%. Male literacy was 76.90% and female literacy was 45.83%.