Baura

Baura is a village located in Dandkhora subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dandkhora (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Maheshpur is the gram panchayat of Baura village.

Baura has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Baura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baura is 225472. The village spans a total geographical area of 43 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Baura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Baura

Below is a concise population overview of Baura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 269 148 121
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 35 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 4 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 163 91 72
Illiterate Population 106 57 49

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baura village:

  • The total population of Baura village is around 269, including approximately 148 males and 121 females, with a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Baura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baura village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baura village is about 60.59%, with male literacy at 61.49% and female literacy at 59.50%.
  • There are around 72 households in Baura village.

Connectivity of Baura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baura. As per the 2011 stats, Baura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Baura

Knowing the nearby villages of Baura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baura.

Belrahi Bijaili Kalsara Sakraili Jhunki Basanta Mahespur Belwa Mehdai Khorwa Bhauara Kadepura

Frequently Asked Questions about Baura

Where is Baura located?
Baura village is situated in Dandkhora Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baura?
The Gram Panchayat of Baura is Maheshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Baura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baura is 269, with 148 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Baura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baura village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baura is 60.59%. The male literacy rate is 61.49%, while the female literacy rate is 59.50%.