Babra - Kadwa, Katihar
Babra is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Tetalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babra is 224638. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.77 hectares and falls under the 855114 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Babra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Babra
According to the 2011 Census, Babra village had a total population of 46 people, including 24 males and 22 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 25.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 7 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Babra
Babra 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 Babra
Babra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Babra is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babra
Where is Babra located?
Babra village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babra?
The Gram Panchayat of Babra is Tetalia.
What is the pincode of Babra?
The pincode of Babra is 855114.
What is the population of Babra?
Babra had a total population of 46, including 24 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Babra?
Babra had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babra was 60.00%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 25.00%.