Barlan - Atru, Baran
Barlan is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Barlan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barlan is 102887. The village covers a total geographical area of 683 hectares and falls under the 325218 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barlan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barlan
According to the 2011 Census, Barlan village had a total population of 838 people, including 440 males and 398 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 84.87% and female literacy at 55.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 838 | 440 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 233 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 331 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 109 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Barlan
Barlan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phattu Kheri | South | 2.50 km |
| Moondla | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Kherli Bansla | North | 2.69 km |
| Hani Hera | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Patna | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Laxmipura | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Musen Mata | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Teegri | South | 4.38 km |
| Dara | East | 4.43 km |
| Chhatrapura | North-East | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barlan
Barlan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Atru, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Barlan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barlan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barlan 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 Barlan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barlan 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 Barlan
Where is Barlan located?
Barlan village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barlan?
Barlan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barlan?
The pincode of Barlan is 325218.
What is the population of Barlan?
Barlan had a total population of 838, including 440 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Barlan?
Barlan had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barlan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barlan was 71.12%. Male literacy was 84.87% and female literacy was 55.52%.