Barol - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Barol is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Barol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barol is 479101. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.7 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barol
According to the 2011 Census, Barol village had a total population of 654 people, including 318 males and 336 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.22%, with male literacy at 65.12% and female literacy at 42.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 654 | 318 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 168 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 150 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Barol
Barol 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 Barol
Barol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Khilchipur to Barol is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Barol is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barol
Where is Barol located?
Barol village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barol?
Barol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barol?
The pincode of Barol is 465679.
What is the population of Barol?
Barol had a total population of 654, including 318 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Barol?
Barol had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barol was 53.22%. Male literacy was 65.12% and female literacy was 42.46%.