Barlay - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Barlay is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Barlay village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barlay is 477067. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.76 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town.
Barlay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barlay
According to the 2011 Census, Barlay village had a total population of 1,155 people, including 580 males and 575 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.84%, with male literacy at 77.82% and female literacy at 49.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 649, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,155 | 580 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 321 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 400 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 180 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Barlay
Barlay is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadbadi | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Barfadkhurd | North | 3.44 km |
| Machalpur Khurd | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Jhirnaya | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Fifriya | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Dehri | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Pipliya Khurd | West | 5.24 km |
| Kogawan | West | 5.25 km |
| Bangardha | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Gangat Khedi | South-East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barlay
Barlay is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwaha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khargone to Barlay 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 Barlay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barlay 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 Barlay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barlay village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barlay
Where is Barlay located?
Barlay village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barlay?
Barlay is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barlay?
The pincode of Barlay is 451225.
What is the population of Barlay?
Barlay had a total population of 1,155, including 580 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Barlay?
Barlay had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barlay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barlay was 63.84%. Male literacy was 77.82% and female literacy was 49.80%.