Bara - Kotar, Satna
Bara is a village situated in the Kotar tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Golahata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 464186. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.19 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Kotar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara
As per Census 2011, Bara village has a total population of 845 people, consisting of 453 males and 392 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 845 | 453 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 56 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 82 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 365 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 88 | 161 |
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 >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 Kotar to Bara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Bara is about 37 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Kotar Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Golahata.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 485226.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara has a total population of 845, including 453 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
There are 176 households in Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara is 70.53%. Male literacy is 80.57% and female literacy is 58.93%.