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.

Here you can discover what makes Barha unique in its vibrant Gadarwara-Narsimhapur region. You’ll see Barha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Barha

According to the 2011 Census, Barha has a total population of about 4,612, with approximately 2,428 males and 2,184 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 610 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 917 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 274. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.93%, with male literacy at about 66.31% and female literacy near 52.84%. There are around 1,024 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.