Barod - Aron, Guna
Barod is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Baarod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barod is 499680. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barod
As per Census 2011, Barod village has a total population of 818 people, consisting of 434 males and 384 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 432 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 818 | 434 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 282 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 152 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Barod
Barod is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondoli | North | 2.16 km |
| Jariya Khurd | South | 2.26 km |
| Toriya | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Rasera | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Amarpur | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Amrodi | West | 3.86 km |
| Belwara Mata | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Marora (khalsa) | South | 4.45 km |
| Fulipura | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Kharai Jalim | East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barod
Barod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parakheda, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Aron to Barod is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Barod is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barod 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 Barod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barod 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 Barod
Where is Barod located?
Barod village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barod?
The Gram Panchayat of Barod is Baarod.
What is the pincode of Barod?
The pincode of Barod is 473101.
What is the population of Barod?
Barod has a total population of 818, including 434 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Barod?
There are 161 households in Barod.
What is the literacy rate in Barod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barod is 52.81%. Male literacy is 64.98% and female literacy is 39.06%.