Bara
Bara is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bara unique in its vibrant Bodh Gaya-Gaya region. You’ll see Bara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara is 256564. The village spans a total geographical area of 257 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Bara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Bara
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara has a total population of about 2,558, with approximately 1,349 males and 1,209 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 463 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 904 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 111. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.17%, with male literacy at about 60.27% and female literacy near 45.24%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,558 | 1,349 | 1,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 252 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 472 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 813 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,198 | 536 | 662 |
Connectivity of Bara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara. As per the 2011 stats, Bara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bara
- Where is Bara located?
- Bara village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
- Bara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara is 2,558, with 1,349 males and 1,209 females.
- How many households are there in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bara village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara is 53.17%. The male literacy rate is 60.27%, while the female literacy rate is 45.24%.