Bara - Gohad, Bhind
Bara is a village situated in the Gohad tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gohad and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Bara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 453281. The village covers a total geographical area of 832.11 hectares and falls under the 477116 pincode. Gohad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara village had a total population of 1,866 people, including 1,025 males and 841 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.15%, with male literacy at 87.17% and female literacy at 69.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 1,866 | 1,025 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 144 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,272 | 768 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 257 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Bara 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 Bara
Public transport in the Bara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gohad to Bara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Bara is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Gohad Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bara?
Bara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 477116.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara had a total population of 1,866, including 1,025 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
Bara had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara was 79.15%. Male literacy was 87.17% and female literacy was 69.42%.