Barar - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Barar is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barar Raiaat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barar is 505865. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.57 hectares and falls under the 450881 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Barar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barar
As per Census 2011, Barar village has a total population of 1,739 people, consisting of 888 males and 851 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 692 literate and 1,047 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 888 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 174 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,151 | 579 | 572 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 434 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 454 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Barar
Barar 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 Barar
Barar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khandwa to Barar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barar
Where is Barar located?
Barar village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barar is Barar Raiaat.
What is the pincode of Barar?
The pincode of Barar is 450881.
What is the population of Barar?
Barar has a total population of 1,739, including 888 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Barar?
There are 337 households in Barar.
What is the literacy rate in Barar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barar is 39.79%. Male literacy is 48.87% and female literacy is 30.32%.