Barha
Barha is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barha village. As per 2009 stats, Barha village is also a gram panchayat.
Barha has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barha is 501361. The village spans a total geographical area of 1074.1 hectares. Jaisinghnagar is nearest town to Barha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Barha
Population of Barha
Below is a concise population overview of Barha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,431 | 704 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 857 | 424 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 450 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 254 | 384 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barha village:
- The total population of Barha village is around 1,431, including approximately 704 males and 727 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 219 children aged 0–6 years in Barha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barha village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 857 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barha village is about 55.42%, with male literacy at 63.92% and female literacy at 47.18%.
- There are around 379 households in Barha village.
Connectivity of Barha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barha. As per the 2011 stats, Barha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barha
Knowing the nearby villages of Barha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barha
- Where is Barha located?
- Barha village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barha?
- Barha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barha is 1,431, with 704 males and 727 females.
- How many households are there in Barha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barha village has a total of 379 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barha is 55.42%. The male literacy rate is 63.92%, while the female literacy rate is 47.18%.