Baran Kalan Village Overview
Baran Kalan is a village in Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It lies about 22 km from Osian tehsil headquarters and around 60 km from Jodhpur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Bara Khurd is the Gram Panchayat for Baran Kalan village.
The sections below provide essential information about Baran Kalan village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baran Kalan is 084626. The village covers a geographical area of 1542.41 hectares and has a pincode of 342303. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Location Map of Baran Kalan
Population & Demographics of Baran Kalan
This section provides population and demographic details of Baran Kalan village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,287 | 1,190 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 230 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 154 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 730 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 460 | 794 |
Key population details of Baran Kalan village are given below:
- Baran Kalan village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,287, including approximately 1,190 males and 1,097 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 277 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 230 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Baran Kalan village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 45.17%.
- There are around 397 households in Baran Kalan village.
Transport & Connectivity of Baran Kalan
Transport facilities help residents of Baran Kalan village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baran Kalan
The following villages are located close to Baran Kalan and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baran Kalan
- Where is Baran Kalan located?
- Baran Kalan village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baran Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baran Kalan is Bara Khurd (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Baran Kalan?
- The pincode of Baran Kalan is 342303.
- What is the population of Baran Kalan?
- Baran Kalan has a total population of 2,287, including 1,190 males and 1,097 females.
- How many households are there in Baran Kalan?
- There are 397 households in Baran Kalan.
- What is the literacy rate in Baran Kalan?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baran Kalan is 45.17%. Male literacy is 61.34% and female literacy is 27.62%.