Barod - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Barod is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Guna.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barod is 499474. The village covers a total geographical area of 875.13 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barod is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barod
According to the 2011 Census, Barod village had a total population of 2,121 people, including 1,110 males and 1,011 females, living in 480 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.24%, with male literacy at 82.12% and female literacy at 55.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 2,121 | 1,110 | 1,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 204 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 120 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 744 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 366 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Barod
Barod 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 Barod
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Barod is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Barod is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Barod
Where is Barod located?
Barod village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Barod?
The pincode of Barod is 473287.
What is the population of Barod?
Barod had a total population of 2,121, including 1,110 males and 1,011 females.
How many households are there in Barod?
Barod had 480 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barod was 69.24%. Male literacy was 82.12% and female literacy was 55.44%.