Barha Kalan - Baraily, Raisen
Barha Kalan is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Barha Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barha Kalan is 484596. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.68 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Barha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barha Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Barha Kalan village had a total population of 1,650 people, including 866 males and 784 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.74%, with male literacy at 74.40% and female literacy at 58.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Barha Kalan
Barha Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barha Kalan
Barha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Barha Kalan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Barha Kalan 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 Barha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barha Kalan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barha Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barha Kalan
Where is Barha Kalan located?
Barha Kalan village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barha Kalan?
Barha Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barha Kalan?
The pincode of Barha Kalan is 464668.
What is the population of Barha Kalan?
Barha Kalan had a total population of 1,650, including 866 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Barha Kalan?
Barha Kalan had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barha Kalan was 66.74%. Male literacy was 74.40% and female literacy was 58.12%.