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
According to the 2011 Census, Baratanda village had a total population of 777 people, including 397 males and 380 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.98%, with male literacy at 81.90% and female literacy at 63.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 726.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 777, including 397 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Baratanda?
Baratanda had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baratanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baratanda was 72.98%. Male literacy was 81.90% and female literacy was 63.19%.