Barota - Garautha, Jhansi
Barota is a village situated in the Garautha tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garautha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Barota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barota is 152417. The village covers a total geographical area of 581.76 hectares and falls under the 284204 pincode. Mauranipur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Barota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barota
As per Census 2011, Barota village has a total population of 1,094 people, consisting of 575 males and 519 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,094 | 575 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 227 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 385 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 190 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Barota
Barota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonak Pura | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Imlota | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Shah Pura Khurd | North | 1.97 km |
| Gurha | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Baraura | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Mar Kuwan | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Sijari Bujurg | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Lilwah | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Dharwar | South-East | 5.79 km |
| Chatur Tai | North-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barota
Barota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 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 Mauranipur to Barota is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Barota is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barota 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 Barota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barota
Where is Barota located?
Barota village is located in Garautha Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barota?
Barota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barota?
The pincode of Barota is 284204.
What is the population of Barota?
Barota has a total population of 1,094, including 575 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Barota?
There are 191 households in Barota.
What is the literacy rate in Barota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barota is 54.57%. Male literacy is 66.96% and female literacy is 40.85%.