Barod - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Barod is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Barod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barod is 455980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1481.71 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barod
As per Census 2011, Barod village has a total population of 2,267 people, consisting of 1,146 males and 1,121 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 415 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 940 literate and 1,327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 514 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,267 | 1,146 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 223 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 233 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 253 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 940 | 574 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 572 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Barod
Barod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peetampur | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Alawadi | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Odera | North | 2.80 km |
| Daulatpur | West | 3.48 km |
| Magrora | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Khatora | East | 4.08 km |
| Khai Kheda | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Jhandi | East | 5.14 km |
| Gidora | North | 5.50 km |
| Kundai | North-West | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barod
Public transport in the Barod is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Badarwas, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.5 km.
| 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 Badarwas to Barod is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Barod is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barod
Where is Barod located?
Barod village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barod?
Barod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barod?
The pincode of Barod is 473885.
What is the population of Barod?
Barod has a total population of 2,267, including 1,146 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Barod?
There are 461 households in Barod.
What is the literacy rate in Barod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barod is 41.46%. Male literacy is 50.09% and female literacy is 32.65%.