Barha
Barha is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Barhabada is the gram panchayat of Barha village.
Barha has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barha is 490896. The village spans a total geographical area of 907 hectares. Gadarwara is nearest town to Barha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barha
Population of Barha
Below is a concise population overview of Barha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,612 | 2,428 | 2,184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 610 | 320 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 917 | 466 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 162 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 2,764 | 1,610 | 1,154 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,848 | 818 | 1,030 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barha village:
- The total population of Barha village is around 4,612, including approximately 2,428 males and 2,184 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 610 children aged 0–6 years in Barha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barha village has 917 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 274 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barha village is about 59.93%, with male literacy at 66.31% and female literacy at 52.84%.
- There are around 1,024 households in Barha village.
Connectivity of Barha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barha. As per the 2011 stats, Barha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Barha
Knowing the nearby villages of Barha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barha
- Where is Barha located?
- Barha village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barha is Barhabada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barha is 4,612, with 2,428 males and 2,184 females.
- How many households are there in Barha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barha village has a total of 1,024 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barha is 59.93%. The male literacy rate is 66.31%, while the female literacy rate is 52.84%.