Barela
About Barela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barela village is 488319. Barela village is located in Barhi tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Barhi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Salaiya Sihora is the gram panchayat of Barela village.
The total geographical area of village is 499.88 hectares. Barela has a total population of 512 peoples, out of which male population is 252 while female population is 260. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1031 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barela village is 57.81% out of which 68.25% males and 47.69% females are literate. There are about 110 houses in barela village.
When it comes to administration, Barela village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barela village comes under Vijayraghavgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency. Barhi is nearest town to barela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Barela
The population details of Barela cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 252 | 260 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 252 | 120 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 172 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 80 | 136 |
Connectivity of Barela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barela
Where is Barela located?
Barela village is situated in Barhi Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barela?
The Gram Panchayat of Barela is Salaiya Sihora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barela is 512, with 252 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Barela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barela village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barela is 57.81%. The male literacy rate is 68.25%, while the female literacy rate is 47.69%.