Barrama - Garoth, Mandsaur
Barrama is a village situated in the Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garoth and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Barrama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barrama is 469309. The village covers a total geographical area of 2913.48 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barrama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barrama
As per Census 2011, Barrama village has a total population of 1,579 people, consisting of 840 males and 739 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 835 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barrama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 840 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 197 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 503 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 337 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Barrama
Barrama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaplyakhedi | South | 2.73 km |
| Kanpura | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Bambhori Khurd | North | 2.94 km |
| Semrol | South | 4.09 km |
| Surjana | East | 4.33 km |
| Pipalkheda | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Banyakhedi | South | 5.32 km |
| Bambhori Buzurg | North-East | 5.67 km |
| Narayani | South | 5.91 km |
| Khadawada | South-West | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barrama
Barrama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurlas, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| 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 Garoth to Barrama is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Barrama is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barrama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barrama 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barrama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barrama 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barrama
Where is Barrama located?
Barrama village is located in Garoth Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barrama?
Barrama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barrama?
The pincode of Barrama is 458880.
What is the population of Barrama?
Barrama has a total population of 1,579, including 840 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Barrama?
There are 330 households in Barrama.
What is the literacy rate in Barrama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barrama is 47.12%. Male literacy is 59.88% and female literacy is 32.61%.