Barua - Teonthar, Rewa
Barua is a village situated in the Teonthar tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teonthar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Barua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barua is 465027. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.61 hectares and falls under the 486220 pincode. Teonthar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barua
As per Census 2011, Barua village has a total population of 746 people, consisting of 399 males and 347 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 399 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 65 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 121 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 436 | 267 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 132 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Barua
Barua 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 Barua
Barua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Teonthar to Barua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Barua is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barua 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 Barua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barua 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 Barua
Where is Barua located?
Barua village is located in Teonthar Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barua?
Barua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barua?
The pincode of Barua is 486220.
What is the population of Barua?
Barua has a total population of 746, including 399 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Barua?
There are 163 households in Barua.
What is the literacy rate in Barua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barua is 58.45%. Male literacy is 66.92% and female literacy is 48.70%.