Baruka

Baruka is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Baruka village. As per 2009 stats, Baruka village is also a gram panchayat.

Baruka 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 Baruka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baruka is 501331. The village spans a total geographical area of 346.01 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Baruka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Baruka

Below is a concise population overview of Baruka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,372 710 662
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 237 131 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 6 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 927 489 438
Literate Population 453 280 173
Illiterate Population 919 430 489

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baruka village:

  • The total population of Baruka village is around 1,372, including approximately 710 males and 662 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Baruka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baruka village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 927 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baruka village is about 33.02%, with male literacy at 39.44% and female literacy at 26.13%.
  • There are around 300 households in Baruka village.

Connectivity of Baruka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baruka. As per the 2011 stats, Baruka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Baruka

Knowing the nearby villages of Baruka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baruka.

Shyamdih No 1 Shyamdih No 2 Chatwai Rohaniya Nipaniya Bagaiya Bijauri Kunar Seja Narwar Jamuniha Karri

Frequently Asked Questions about Baruka

Where is Baruka located?
Baruka village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baruka?
Baruka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Baruka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baruka is 1,372, with 710 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Baruka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baruka village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baruka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baruka is 33.02%. The male literacy rate is 39.44%, while the female literacy rate is 26.13%.