Barah
Barah is a village located in Badod tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Badod (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Barah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barah unique in its vibrant Badod-Shajapur region. You’ll see Barah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barah is 472363. The village spans a total geographical area of 607.26 hectares. Badod is nearest town to Barah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Barah
Population of Barah
According to the 2011 Census, Barah has a total population of about 1,049, with approximately 547 males and 502 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 154 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.15%, with male literacy at about 66.73% and female literacy near 40.44%. There are around 208 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,049 | 547 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 95 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 568 | 365 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 182 | 299 |
Connectivity of Barah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barah. As per the 2011 stats, Barah 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 Barah
Knowing the nearby villages of Barah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barah
- Where is Barah located?
- Barah village is situated in Badod Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barah?
- Barah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barah is 1,049, with 547 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barah village has a total of 208 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barah is 54.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.73%, while the female literacy rate is 40.44%.