Barla Chora - Bhim, Rajsamand
Barla Chora is a village situated in the Bhim tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhim and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Kookra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barla Chora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barla Chora is 096433. The village covers a total geographical area of 978.42 hectares and falls under the 305921 pincode. Beawar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barla Chora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barla Chora
As per Census 2011, Barla Chora village has a total population of 1,938 people, consisting of 932 males and 1,006 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barla Chora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,938 | 932 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 179 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 666 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 266 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Barla Chora
Barla Chora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohariya | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Karkara | West | 3.17 km |
| Bali | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Kot Kirana | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Jalpa | South | 3.97 km |
| Laxmangarh | South | 4.83 km |
| Thaneta | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Adabala | South-West | 5.05 km |
| Dandola | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Uprla Karkala | East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barla Chora
Barla Chora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Haripur, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beawar to Barla Chora is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Barla Chora is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barla Chora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barla Chora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barla Chora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barla Chora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barla Chora
Where is Barla Chora located?
Barla Chora village is located in Bhim Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barla Chora?
The Gram Panchayat of Barla Chora is Kookra.
What is the pincode of Barla Chora?
The pincode of Barla Chora is 305921.
What is the population of Barla Chora?
Barla Chora has a total population of 1,938, including 932 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Barla Chora?
There are 386 households in Barla Chora.
What is the literacy rate in Barla Chora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barla Chora is 56.86%. Male literacy is 71.46% and female literacy is 43.34%.