Midara - Barhi, Katni
Midara is a village situated in the Barhi tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Khitoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Midara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Midara is 488312. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.13 hectares and falls under the 483770 pincode. Barhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Midara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Midara
As per Census 2011, Midara village has a total population of 893 people, consisting of 460 males and 433 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 798 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Midara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 460 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 798 | 409 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 230 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 230 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Midara
Midara 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 Midara
Public transport in the Midara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barhi to Midara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Midara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Midara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Midara 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 Midara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Midara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Midara
Where is Midara located?
Midara village is located in Barhi Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Midara?
The Gram Panchayat of Midara is Khitoli.
What is the pincode of Midara?
The pincode of Midara is 483770.
What is the population of Midara?
Midara has a total population of 893, including 460 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Midara?
There are 189 households in Midara.
What is the literacy rate in Midara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Midara is 41.55%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 32.56%.