Barachh - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Barachh is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Baranjh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barachh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barachh is 501156. The village covers a total geographical area of 2309.63 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Barachh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barachh
As per Census 2011, Barachh village has a total population of 4,552 people, consisting of 2,213 males and 2,339 females. The village has 1,112 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 704 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,437 literate and 2,115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 997 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barachh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,552 | 2,213 | 2,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 704 | 343 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 221 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 997 | 477 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 2,437 | 1,414 | 1,023 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,115 | 799 | 1,316 |
Nearby Villages of Barachh
Barachh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sannausi | East | 3.98 km |
| Gura | West | 4.55 km |
| Khadda | East | 4.59 km |
| Puraina | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Jharaunsi | North-East | 4.87 km |
| Saunta | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Nagnaudi | South | 5.47 km |
| Kirgi Barha | South-East | 5.93 km |
| Deogaon | North-West | 6.02 km |
| Kalleh | South | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barachh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barachh. The nearest railway station is Beohari, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Beohari to Barachh is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Barachh is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barachh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barachh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barachh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barachh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barachh
Where is Barachh located?
Barachh village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barachh?
The Gram Panchayat of Barachh is Baranjh.
What is the pincode of Barachh?
The pincode of Barachh is 484774.
What is the population of Barachh?
Barachh has a total population of 4,552, including 2,213 males and 2,339 females.
How many households are there in Barachh?
There are 1,112 households in Barachh.
What is the literacy rate in Barachh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barachh is 53.54%. Male literacy is 63.90% and female literacy is 43.74%.