Bara - Atri, Gaya
Bara is a village situated in the Atri subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chakra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 255205. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 823311 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Atri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara
As per Census 2011, Bara village has a total population of 884 people, consisting of 467 males and 417 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 | 467 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 84 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 610 | 347 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 120 | 154 |
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
Bara 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 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 Gaya to Bara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Atri Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Chakra.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 823311.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara has a total population of 884, including 467 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
There are 122 households in Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara is 69.00%. Male literacy is 74.30% and female literacy is 63.07%.