Barara - Shahbad, Baran
Barara is a village situated in the Shahbad tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahbad and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barara is 103196. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014 hectares and falls under the 325217 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Barara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barara
According to the 2011 Census, Barara village had a total population of 505 people, including 256 males and 249 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.26%, with male literacy at 54.05% and female literacy at 27.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 370.
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 | 505 | 256 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 182 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 120 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 136 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Barara
Barara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadri | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Prot Pahari | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Aheer Pahari | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Jabra | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Kamlawada | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Semli Phatak | West | 3.42 km |
| Uchawad | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Kirad Pahari | North | 3.69 km |
| Nachna Khera | East | 3.76 km |
| Kripalpur | East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barara. The nearest railway station is Khonker, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Barara is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barara 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 Barara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barara
Where is Barara located?
Barara village is located in Shahbad Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barara?
The Gram Panchayat of Barara is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Barara?
The pincode of Barara is 325217.
What is the population of Barara?
Barara had a total population of 505, including 256 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Barara?
Barara had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barara was 41.26%. Male literacy was 54.05% and female literacy was 27.54%.