Barbana
Barbana is a village located in Raniganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Raniganj (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Barbanna is the gram panchayat of Barbana village.
Barbana has its own place in the vibrant Araria region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barbana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barbana is 221776. The village spans a total geographical area of 849 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854334. Araria is nearest town to Barbana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Barbana
Population of Barbana
Below is a concise population overview of Barbana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,365 | 4,388 | 3,977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,486 | 797 | 689 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,366 | 703 | 663 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 237 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 4,717 | 2,677 | 2,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,648 | 1,711 | 1,937 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barbana village:
- The total population of Barbana village is around 8,365, including approximately 4,388 males and 3,977 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,486 children aged 0–6 years in Barbana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barbana village has 1,366 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 469 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barbana village is about 56.39%, with male literacy at 61.01% and female literacy at 51.29%.
- There are around 1,767 households in Barbana village.
Connectivity of Barbana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barbana. As per the 2011 stats, Barbana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barbana
Knowing the nearby villages of Barbana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barbana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbana
- Where is Barbana located?
- Barbana village is situated in Raniganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barbana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barbana is Barbanna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barbana?
- The pincode of Barbana is 854334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barbana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barbana is 8,365, with 4,388 males and 3,977 females.
- How many households are there in Barbana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barbana village has a total of 1,767 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barbana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barbana is 56.39%. The male literacy rate is 61.01%, while the female literacy rate is 51.29%.