Barat - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Barat is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Barat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barat is 457735. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.73 hectares and falls under the 471201 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Barat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barat
According to the 2011 Census, Barat village had a total population of 1,303 people, including 704 males and 599 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.33%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 57.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227.
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 | 1,303 | 704 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 113 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 125 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 437 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 267 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Barat
Barat 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 Barat
Barat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nowgong to Barat is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Barat is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barat
Where is Barat located?
Barat village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barat?
Barat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barat?
The pincode of Barat is 471201.
What is the population of Barat?
Barat had a total population of 1,303, including 704 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Barat?
Barat had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barat was 66.33%. Male literacy was 73.94% and female literacy was 57.48%.