Barrapondi - Silwani, Raisen
Barrapondi is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Khamkua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barrapondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barrapondi is 484881. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.96 hectares and falls under the 464986 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barrapondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barrapondi
According to the 2011 Census, Barrapondi village had a total population of 390 people, including 201 males and 189 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.09%, with male literacy at 78.81% and female literacy at 71.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 390 | 201 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 186 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 82 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Barrapondi
Barrapondi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birpur | West | 2.17 km |
| Katkui | South | 2.17 km |
| Bilgawan | North | 2.45 km |
| Mandha | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Salaiya Parsora | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Puddar | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Raipura | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Magarmoli | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Tendukheda | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Khamkua | North | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barrapondi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barrapondi. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silwani to Barrapondi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Barrapondi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barrapondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barrapondi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barrapondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barrapondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barrapondi
Where is Barrapondi located?
Barrapondi village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barrapondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barrapondi is Khamkua.
What is the pincode of Barrapondi?
The pincode of Barrapondi is 464986.
What is the population of Barrapondi?
Barrapondi had a total population of 390, including 201 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Barrapondi?
Barrapondi had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barrapondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barrapondi was 75.09%. Male literacy was 78.81% and female literacy was 71.01%.