Bara Village - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Bara is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Lohda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 503381. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.13 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara
As per Census 2011, Bara village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 183 males and 172 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 183 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 107 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 76 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Bara 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
Bara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Bara is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Bara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Lohda.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 486882.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara has a total population of 355, including 183 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
There are 77 households in Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara is 51.55%. Male literacy is 58.47% and female literacy is 44.19%.