Barua

Barua is a village located in Dighwara subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dighwara (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Barua village is also a gram panchayat.

Barua has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 Barua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barua is 234442. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.4 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Barua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Barua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,938 3,132 2,806
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 848 448 400
Scheduled Castes (SC) 460 228 232
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 17 10 7
Literate Population 3,840 2,308 1,532
Illiterate Population 2,098 824 1,274

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

  • The total population of Barua village is around 5,938, including approximately 3,132 males and 2,806 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 848 children aged 0–6 years in Barua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barua village has 460 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barua village is about 64.67%, with male literacy at 73.69% and female literacy at 54.60%.
  • There are around 1,056 households in Barua village.

Connectivity of Barua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barua. As per the 2011 stats, Barua 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barua

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

Parsotimpur Ahiman Patti Kanakpur Kesarpur Tilok Chak Pipra Salehpur Ismaila Kakaria Baguraha Milki Chatra

Frequently Asked Questions about Barua

Where is Barua located?
Barua village is situated in Dighwara Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barua?
Barua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Barua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barua is 5,938, with 3,132 males and 2,806 females.
How many households are there in Barua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barua village has a total of 1,056 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barua is 64.67%. The male literacy rate is 73.69%, while the female literacy rate is 54.60%.