Bara - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Bara is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 239073. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara
As per Census 2011, Bara village has a total population of 6,322 people, consisting of 3,352 males and 2,970 females. The village has 1,219 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 938 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,301 literate and 2,021 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,322 | 3,352 | 2,970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 938 | 480 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 343 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 4,301 | 2,450 | 1,851 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,021 | 902 | 1,119 |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Bara 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 Bara
Public transport in the Bara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Bara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bara is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
Bara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 813209.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara has a total population of 6,322, including 3,352 males and 2,970 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
There are 1,219 households in Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara is 68.03%. Male literacy is 73.09% and female literacy is 62.32%.