Barela
Barela is a village 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.
Barela has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barela is 488319. The village spans a total geographical area of 499.88 hectares. Barhi is nearest town to Barela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barela 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 Vijayraghavgarh 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 Barela
Population of Barela
Below is a concise population overview of Barela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 252 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 120 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 172 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 80 | 136 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barela village:
- The total population of Barela village is around 512, including approximately 252 males and 260 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Barela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barela village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 252 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barela village is about 57.81%, with male literacy at 68.25% and female literacy at 47.69%.
- There are around 110 households in Barela village.
Connectivity of Barela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barela. As per the 2011 stats, Barela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Barela
Knowing the nearby villages of Barela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barela.
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%.