Baraj

Baraj is a village located in Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bada Malhera (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Rajapur is the gram panchayat of Baraj village.

Baraj has its own place in the vibrant Chhatarpur 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 Baraj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baraj is 458143. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.56 hectares. Bada Malhera is nearest town to Baraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Baraj

Below is a concise population overview of Baraj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 778 402 376
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 51 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 227 112 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 4 3
Literate Population 446 285 161
Illiterate Population 332 117 215

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baraj village:

  • The total population of Baraj village is around 778, including approximately 402 males and 376 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Baraj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baraj village has 227 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baraj village is about 57.33%, with male literacy at 70.90% and female literacy at 42.82%.
  • There are around 172 households in Baraj village.

Connectivity of Baraj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baraj. As per the 2011 stats, Baraj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Baraj

Knowing the nearby villages of Baraj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baraj.

Nadiya Kanera Garkhuwan Toriya Bhanguwan Moli Mailwar Baman Kola Rajapur Maharajpura Lakhanwa

Frequently Asked Questions about Baraj

Where is Baraj located?
Baraj village is situated in Bada Malhera Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baraj?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraj is Rajapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Baraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baraj is 778, with 402 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Baraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baraj village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baraj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baraj is 57.33%. The male literacy rate is 70.90%, while the female literacy rate is 42.82%.