Barana - Srinagar, Purnia
Barana is a village situated in the Srinagar subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinagar and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Khokha South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barana is 223620. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 854201 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barana
According to the 2011 Census, Barana village had a total population of 185 people, including 89 males and 96 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.65%, with male literacy at 40.30% and female literacy at 28.33%.
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 | 185 | 89 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 62 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Barana
Barana 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 Barana
Public transport in the Barana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Barana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barana
Where is Barana located?
Barana village is located in Srinagar Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barana is Khokha South.
What is the pincode of Barana?
The pincode of Barana is 854201.
What is the population of Barana?
Barana had a total population of 185, including 89 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Barana?
Barana had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barana was 34.65%. Male literacy was 40.30% and female literacy was 28.33%.