Barana - Asind, Bhilwara
Barana is a village situated in the Asind tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asind and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Barana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barana is 094699. The village covers a total geographical area of 2065.69 hectares and falls under the 311301 pincode. Asind is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barana
As per Census 2011, Barana village has a total population of 2,575 people, consisting of 1,296 males and 1,279 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 1,276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,575 | 1,296 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 196 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 163 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 816 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,276 | 480 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Barana
Barana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathisar | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Aheeron Ka Khera | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Sulwara | West | 3.04 km |
| Kanwlas | North | 3.20 km |
| Bhati Khera | East | 3.21 km |
| Mokhampura | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Nuwaliya | West | 4.04 km |
| Devpura | East | 4.09 km |
| Kurachhon Ka Khera | South | 4.55 km |
| Kanpura | North | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barana
Barana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Raila Road, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 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 Asind to Barana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Barana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barana
Where is Barana located?
Barana village is located in Asind Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barana?
Barana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barana?
The pincode of Barana is 311301.
What is the population of Barana?
Barana has a total population of 2,575, including 1,296 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Barana?
There are 555 households in Barana.
What is the literacy rate in Barana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barana is 50.45%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 37.76%.