Barakar

Barakar is a village located in Silao subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Silao (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Barakar village is also a gram panchayat.

Barakar has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Barakar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakar is 245110. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares. Silao is nearest town to Barakar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Barakar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,513 1,827 1,686
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 548 297 251
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,102 564 538
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,338 879 459
Illiterate Population 2,175 948 1,227

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

  • The total population of Barakar village is around 3,513, including approximately 1,827 males and 1,686 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 548 children aged 0–6 years in Barakar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barakar village has 1,102 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barakar village is about 38.09%, with male literacy at 48.11% and female literacy at 27.22%.
  • There are around 556 households in Barakar village.

Connectivity of Barakar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakar. As per the 2011 stats, Barakar 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barakar

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

Lachhmipur Balaur Dharampura Kamal Bigha Gor Bigha Sonar Bigha Shekhpul Nagri Dhanchhuhi Shahpur Malikpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Barakar

Where is Barakar located?
Barakar village is situated in Silao Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakar?
Barakar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Barakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakar is 3,513, with 1,827 males and 1,686 females.
How many households are there in Barakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barakar village has a total of 556 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakar is 38.09%. The male literacy rate is 48.11%, while the female literacy rate is 27.22%.