Bara Kalan - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Bara Kalan is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Barakalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Kalan is 451390. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bara Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Kalan village had a total population of 1,579 people, including 862 males and 717 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.30%, with male literacy at 78.67% and female literacy at 44.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 862 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 104 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 579 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 283 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Kalan
Bara Kalan 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 Bara Kalan
Bara Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Bara Kalan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Bara Kalan is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Kalan 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bara Kalan
Where is Bara Kalan located?
Bara Kalan village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Kalan is Barakalan.
What is the pincode of Bara Kalan?
The pincode of Bara Kalan is 476332.
What is the population of Bara Kalan?
Bara Kalan had a total population of 1,579, including 862 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Bara Kalan?
Bara Kalan had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Kalan was 63.30%. Male literacy was 78.67% and female literacy was 44.16%.