Barela
Barela is a village located in Mungeli tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Mungeli (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Barela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barela unique in its vibrant Mungeli-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Barela’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 Barela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barela is 438336. The village spans a total geographical area of 609.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495330. Takhatpur is nearest town to Barela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Barela
Population of Barela
According to the 2011 Census, Barela has a total population of about 5,563, with approximately 2,832 males and 2,731 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 856 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 96. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.24%, with male literacy at about 71.08% and female literacy near 55.11%. There are around 1,137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,563 | 2,832 | 2,731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 856 | 448 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 3,518 | 2,013 | 1,505 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,045 | 819 | 1,226 |
Connectivity of Barela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barela. As per the 2011 stats, Barela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barela
Knowing the nearby villages of Barela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barela
- Where is Barela located?
- Barela village is situated in Mungeli Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barela?
- Barela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barela?
- The pincode of Barela is 495330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barela is 5,563, with 2,832 males and 2,731 females.
- How many households are there in Barela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barela village has a total of 1,137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barela is 63.24%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 55.11%.