Barana

Barana is a village located in Srinagar subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Srinagar (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Khokha South is the gram panchayat of Barana village.

Barana has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Barana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barana is 223620. The village spans a total geographical area of 22 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Barana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Barana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 185 89 96
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 22 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 44 27 17
Illiterate Population 141 62 79

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

  • The total population of Barana village is around 185, including approximately 89 males and 96 females, with a sex ratio of 1078 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Barana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Barana village is about 23.78%, with male literacy at 30.34% and female literacy at 17.71%.
  • There are around 36 households in Barana village.

Connectivity of Barana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barana. As per the 2011 stats, Barana 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 village

Nearby Villages of Barana

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

Garhia Kadgawan Khunti Hasaili Jogaili Mankol Basgarha Bhag Pareag Khunti Dhanaili Khunti Dhanaili Uria Bhag Chauka Dhamaili

Frequently Asked Questions about Barana

Where is Barana located?
Barana village is situated in Srinagar Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barana is Khokha South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barana is 185, with 89 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Barana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barana village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barana is 23.78%. The male literacy rate is 30.34%, while the female literacy rate is 17.71%.