Barha Kalan
Barha Kalan is a village located in Baraily tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Baraily (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Barha Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Barha Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Raisen 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 Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barha Kalan is 484596. The village spans a total geographical area of 563.68 hectares. Baraily is nearest town to Barha Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barha Kalan 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 Udaipura 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 Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Barha Kalan 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 | 1,650 | 866 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 129 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 561 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 305 | 394 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barha Kalan village:
- The total population of Barha Kalan village is around 1,650, including approximately 866 males and 784 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Barha Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barha Kalan village has 256 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barha Kalan village is about 57.64%, with male literacy at 64.78% and female literacy at 49.74%.
- There are around 377 households in Barha Kalan village.
Connectivity of Barha Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barha Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Barha Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barha Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Barha Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barha Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barha Kalan
- Where is Barha Kalan located?
- Barha Kalan village is situated in Baraily Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barha Kalan?
- Barha Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barha Kalan is 1,650, with 866 males and 784 females.
- How many households are there in Barha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barha Kalan village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barha Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barha Kalan is 57.64%. The male literacy rate is 64.78%, while the female literacy rate is 49.74%.