Barada - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Barada is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 250 km from Visakhapatnam. Barada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barada is 583326. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Barada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barada
According to the 2011 Census, Barada village had a total population of 202 people, including 84 males and 118 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,405 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.29%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 25.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 202 | 84 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 81 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 43 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Barada
Barada 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 Barada
Barada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypore(orissa) to Barada is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Barada is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barada 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 Barada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barada 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 Barada
Where is Barada located?
Barada village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barada?
Barada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barada?
The pincode of Barada is 531040.
What is the population of Barada?
Barada had a total population of 202, including 84 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Barada?
Barada had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barada was 39.29%. Male literacy was 58.57% and female literacy was 25.51%.