Barotha - Sabalgarh, Morena
Barotha is a village situated in the Sabalgarh tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sabalgarh and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Barotha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barotha is 452626. The village covers a total geographical area of 1489 hectares and falls under the 476229 pincode. Sabalgarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Barotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barotha
As per Census 2011, Barotha village has a total population of 1,359 people, consisting of 764 males and 595 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 778 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barotha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,359 | 764 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 85 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 481 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 283 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Barotha
Barotha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachhinda | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Kurawali | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Niwadi | South | 4.37 km |
| Bichpuri | South-East | 5.75 km |
| Gwaridanda | North | 6.65 km |
| Khirkan | North-East | 7.09 km |
| Akoda | South | 7.17 km |
| Simara | West | 7.20 km |
| Arora | North-West | 7.28 km |
| Kased | West | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barotha
Barotha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Birpur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sabalgarh to Barotha is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Barotha is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barotha 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 Barotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barotha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barotha
Where is Barotha located?
Barotha village is located in Sabalgarh Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barotha?
Barotha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barotha?
The pincode of Barotha is 476229.
What is the population of Barotha?
Barotha has a total population of 1,359, including 764 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Barotha?
There are 297 households in Barotha.
What is the literacy rate in Barotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barotha is 53.57%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 41.51%.