Bara
Bara is a village located in Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bara unique in its vibrant Rajnagar-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Bara’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 Bara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara is 457959. The village spans a total geographical area of 1174.03 hectares. Laundi is nearest town to Bara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bara 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 Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bara
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara has a total population of about 2,674, with approximately 1,420 males and 1,254 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 502 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 445 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.42%, with male literacy at about 61.13% and female literacy near 40.43%. There are around 457 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,674 | 1,420 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 269 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 236 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,375 | 868 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 552 | 747 |
Connectivity of Bara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara. As per the 2011 stats, Bara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bara
- Where is Bara located?
- Bara village is situated in Rajnagar Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
- Bara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara is 2,674, with 1,420 males and 1,254 females.
- How many households are there in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bara village has a total of 457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara is 51.42%. The male literacy rate is 61.13%, while the female literacy rate is 40.43%.