Bara - Banda, Sagar
Bara is a village situated in the Banda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banda and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Bara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 460300. The village covers a total geographical area of 1296.74 hectares and falls under the 470335 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Damoh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara
As per Census 2011, Bara village has a total population of 6,439 people, consisting of 3,388 males and 3,051 females. The village has 1,516 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 993 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,006 literate and 2,433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,740 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,439 | 3,388 | 3,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 993 | 518 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,740 | 922 | 818 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 4,006 | 2,424 | 1,582 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,433 | 964 | 1,469 |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Bara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhera Bheda | South | 2.40 km |
| Larethi | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Niwari | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Chakkniwari | East | 3.07 km |
| Amakoi | North | 3.75 km |
| Kandwa | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Pancham Nagar | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Khiriajagman | South | 4.24 km |
| Vijaypura | South | 4.96 km |
| Ghoghra | South-East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara
Public transport in the Bara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patharia, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banda to Bara is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Bara 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 Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara 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 Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Banda Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
Bara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 470335.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara has a total population of 6,439, including 3,388 males and 3,051 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
There are 1,516 households in Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara is 62.21%. Male literacy is 71.55% and female literacy is 51.85%.