Barua - Majhgawan, Satna
Barua is a village situated in the Majhgawan tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhgawan and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Pindara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barua is 463334. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.1 hectares and falls under the 485331 pincode. Chitrakoot is the nearest town.
Barua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barua
As per Census 2011, Barua village has a total population of 2,722 people, consisting of 1,455 males and 1,267 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,339 literate and 1,383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 713 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,722 | 1,455 | 1,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 250 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 713 | 383 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 1,339 | 889 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,383 | 566 | 817 |
Nearby Villages of Barua
Barua 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 Barua
Barua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Barua has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Satna to Barua 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 Barua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barua 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 Barua
Where is Barua located?
Barua village is located in Majhgawan Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barua?
The Gram Panchayat of Barua is Pindara.
What is the pincode of Barua?
The pincode of Barua is 485331.
What is the population of Barua?
Barua has a total population of 2,722, including 1,455 males and 1,267 females.
How many households are there in Barua?
There are 608 households in Barua.
What is the literacy rate in Barua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barua is 49.19%. Male literacy is 61.10% and female literacy is 35.52%.