Baraj

Baraj is a village located in Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shahgarh (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Baraj P is the gram panchayat of Baraj village.

Baraj has its own place in the vibrant Sagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Baraj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baraj is 460347. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.78 hectares. Shahgarh is nearest town to Baraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Baraj

Below is a concise population overview of Baraj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,858 965 893
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 230 109 121
Scheduled Castes (SC) 648 351 297
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 2 4
Literate Population 1,158 702 456
Illiterate Population 700 263 437

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baraj village:

  • The total population of Baraj village is around 1,858, including approximately 965 males and 893 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Baraj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baraj village has 648 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baraj village is about 62.33%, with male literacy at 72.75% and female literacy at 51.06%.
  • There are around 429 households in Baraj village.

Connectivity of Baraj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baraj. As per the 2011 stats, Baraj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Baraj

Knowing the nearby villages of Baraj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baraj.

Tarpoh Kajrawan Harrai Jamuniya Gadgara Khargorani Kanikhedi Narwan Garroli Bagrohi Simariya Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Baraj

Where is Baraj located?
Baraj village is situated in Shahgarh Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baraj?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraj is Baraj P (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Baraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baraj is 1,858, with 965 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Baraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baraj village has a total of 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baraj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baraj is 62.33%. The male literacy rate is 72.75%, while the female literacy rate is 51.06%.