Barapura - Sarmathura, Dholpur
Barapura is a village situated in the Sarmathura tehsil of Dholpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from Baseri and around 70 km from Dhaulpur. Chandrawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapura is 075529. The village covers a total geographical area of 463 hectares and falls under the 328026 pincode. Bari is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baseri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapura
According to the 2011 Census, Barapura village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 543 males and 469 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.93%, with male literacy at 67.13% and female literacy at 37.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 796.
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 | 1,012 | 543 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 431 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 292 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 251 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Barapura
Barapura 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 Barapura
Barapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bari to Barapura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhaulpur to Barapura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapura 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 Barapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapura 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barapura
Where is Barapura located?
Barapura village is located in Sarmathura Tehsil, Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapura is Chandrawali.
What is the pincode of Barapura?
The pincode of Barapura is 328026.
What is the population of Barapura?
Barapura had a total population of 1,012, including 543 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Barapura?
Barapura had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapura was 53.93%. Male literacy was 67.13% and female literacy was 37.68%.