Barela

Barela is a village located in Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Pichhore (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Varela is the gram panchayat of Barela village.

Barela has its own place in the vibrant Shivpuri 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 Barela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barela is 456136. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.13 hectares. Pichhore is nearest town to Barela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Barela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barela

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 779 421 358
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 56 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 439 238 201
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 171 90 81
Literate Population 377 247 130
Illiterate Population 402 174 228

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

  • The total population of Barela village is around 779, including approximately 421 males and 358 females, with a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Barela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barela village has 439 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 171 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barela village is about 48.40%, with male literacy at 58.67% and female literacy at 36.31%.
  • There are around 181 households in Barela village.

Connectivity of Barela

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

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

Nearby Villages of Barela

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barela

Where is Barela located?
Barela village is situated in Pichhore Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barela?
The Gram Panchayat of Barela is Varela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barela is 779, with 421 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Barela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barela village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barela is 48.40%. The male literacy rate is 58.67%, while the female literacy rate is 36.31%.