Barau - Birsinghpur, Satna
Barau is a village situated in the Birsinghpur tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birsinghpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Barou serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barau is 463434. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.74 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Birsinghpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Barau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barau
According to the 2011 Census, Barau village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 512 males and 496 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 76.21% and female literacy at 52.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 1,008 | 512 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 152 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 330 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 182 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Barau
Barau 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 Barau
Public transport in the Barau is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Birsinghpur to Barau is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Barau is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barau
Where is Barau located?
Barau village is located in Birsinghpur Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barau?
The Gram Panchayat of Barau is Barou.
What is the pincode of Barau?
The pincode of Barau is 485226.
What is the population of Barau?
Barau had a total population of 1,008, including 512 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Barau?
Barau had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barau was 64.58%. Male literacy was 76.21% and female literacy was 52.42%.