Bara - Birsinghpur, Satna
Bara is a village situated in the Birsinghpur tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birsinghpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Bara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 463476. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.72 hectares and falls under the 485227 pincode. Birsinghpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara village had a total population of 1,518 people, including 780 males and 738 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.26%, with male literacy at 74.82% and female literacy at 56.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 337.
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 | 1,518 | 780 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 101 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 170 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 508 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 272 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Bara 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 Bara
Bara 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 Birsinghpur to Bara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Bara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Birsinghpur Tehsil, Satna 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 485227.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara had a total population of 1,518, including 780 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
Bara had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara was 66.26%. Male literacy was 74.82% and female literacy was 56.87%.