Barato - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Barato is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 38 km from Laskein and around 62 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barato is 279198. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Barato village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mowkaiaw Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barato
As per Census 2011, Barato village has a total population of 4,027 people, consisting of 1,980 males and 2,047 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,395 literate and 2,632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,925 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barato are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,027 | 1,980 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,146 | 567 | 579 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,925 | 1,431 | 1,494 |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 558 | 837 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,632 | 1,422 | 1,210 |
Nearby Villages of Barato
Barato 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 Barato
Public transport in the Barato is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jowai to Barato is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barato
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barato village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barato
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barato 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 Barato
Where is Barato located?
Barato village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Barato?
The pincode of Barato is 793150.
What is the population of Barato?
Barato has a total population of 4,027, including 1,980 males and 2,047 females.
How many households are there in Barato?
There are 634 households in Barato.
What is the literacy rate in Barato?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barato is 34.64%. Male literacy is 28.18% and female literacy is 40.89%.