Baratanda - Dharni, Amravati
Baratanda is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 195 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Biruti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baratanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baratanda is 531405. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.83 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Burhanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baratanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baratanda
As per Census 2011, Baratanda village has a total population of 777 people, consisting of 397 males and 380 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 726 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baratanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 397 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 60 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 726 | 369 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 276 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 121 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Baratanda
Baratanda 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 Baratanda
Baratanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burhanpur to Baratanda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Baratanda is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baratanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baratanda 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 Baratanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baratanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baratanda
Where is Baratanda located?
Baratanda village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baratanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baratanda is Biruti.
What is the pincode of Baratanda?
The pincode of Baratanda is 444702.
What is the population of Baratanda?
Baratanda has a total population of 777, including 397 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Baratanda?
There are 141 households in Baratanda.
What is the literacy rate in Baratanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baratanda is 60.49%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 51.05%.