Bara - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Bara is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Roshan Ganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 255938. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara
As per Census 2011, Bara village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 80 males and 59 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 737 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 80 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 51 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
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.
| 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 Sherghati to Bara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Bara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | 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 Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Roshan Ganj.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 824217.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara has a total population of 139, including 80 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
There are 22 households in Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara is 54.68%. Male literacy is 63.75% and female literacy is 42.37%.