Besra
Besra is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Mohari is the gram panchayat of Besra village.
Besra has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Besra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Besra is 500301. The village spans a total geographical area of 1553.49 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Besra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Besra 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 Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Besra
Population of Besra
Below is a concise population overview of Besra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 | 507 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 80 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 145 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 157 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 258 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 249 | 322 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Besra village:
- The total population of Besra village is around 969, including approximately 507 males and 462 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Besra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Besra village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 307 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Besra village is about 41.07%, with male literacy at 50.89% and female literacy at 30.30%.
- There are around 201 households in Besra village.
Connectivity of Besra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Besra. As per the 2011 stats, Besra 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 |
Nearby Villages of Besra
Knowing the nearby villages of Besra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Besra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Besra
- Where is Besra located?
- Besra village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Besra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Besra is Mohari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Besra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Besra is 969, with 507 males and 462 females.
- How many households are there in Besra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Besra village has a total of 201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Besra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Besra is 41.07%. The male literacy rate is 50.89%, while the female literacy rate is 30.30%.