Barana(Thar) - Palera, Tikamgarh
Barana(Thar) is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Barana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barana(Thar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barana(Thar) is 456953. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.3 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Tikamgarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Barana(Thar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barana(Thar)
As per Census 2011, Barana(Thar) village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,213 males and 1,144 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,496 literate and 861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 640 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barana(Thar) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,213 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 174 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 640 | 320 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,496 | 888 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 325 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Barana(Thar)
Barana(Thar) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharam Sagar | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Maloopura | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Dharampura | North | 2.51 km |
| Kudyala | East | 2.57 km |
| Thar | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Simra Khurd | West | 3.28 km |
| Ratwas | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Allpur | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Kotra Khera | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Etaile | North | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barana(Thar)
Barana(Thar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 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 Tikamgarh to Barana(Thar) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barana(Thar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barana(Thar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barana(Thar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barana(Thar) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barana(Thar)
Where is Barana(Thar) located?
Barana(Thar) village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barana(Thar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Barana(Thar) is Barana.
What is the pincode of Barana(Thar)?
The pincode of Barana(Thar) is 472221.
What is the population of Barana(Thar)?
Barana(Thar) has a total population of 2,357, including 1,213 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Barana(Thar)?
There are 451 households in Barana(Thar).
What is the literacy rate in Barana(Thar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barana(Thar) is 63.47%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 53.15%.