Barah Hira - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Barah Hira is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Barahheera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barah Hira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barah Hira is 493960. The village covers a total geographical area of 925 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barah Hira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barah Hira
According to the 2011 Census, Barah Hira village had a total population of 2,196 people, including 1,110 males and 1,086 females, living in 482 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.35%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 56.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 677.
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 | 2,196 | 1,110 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 152 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 677 | 328 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 1,248 | 729 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 381 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Barah Hira
Barah Hira 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 Barah Hira
Barah Hira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarwara to Barah Hira is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Barah Hira is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barah Hira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barah Hira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barah Hira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barah Hira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barah Hira
Where is Barah Hira located?
Barah Hira village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barah Hira?
The Gram Panchayat of Barah Hira is Barahheera.
What is the pincode of Barah Hira?
The pincode of Barah Hira is 480221.
What is the population of Barah Hira?
Barah Hira had a total population of 2,196, including 1,110 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Barah Hira?
Barah Hira had 482 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barah Hira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barah Hira was 66.35%. Male literacy was 76.10% and female literacy was 56.23%.