Barra
About Barra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barra village is 436793. Barra village is located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Bhathali is the gram panchayat of Barra village.
The total geographical area of village is 420.88 hectares. Barra has a total population of 812 peoples, out of which male population is 417 while female population is 395. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barra village is 59.48% out of which 69.78% males and 48.61% females are literate. There are about 170 houses in barra village. Pincode of barra village locality is 495557.
When it comes to administration, Barra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barra village comes under Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Nawagarh is nearest town to barra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Barra
The population details of Barra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 417 | 395 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 483 | 291 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 126 | 203 |
Connectivity of Barra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barra
Where is Barra located?
Barra village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barra?
The Gram Panchayat of Barra is Bhathali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barra?
The pincode of Barra is 495557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barra is 812, with 417 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barra village has a total of 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barra is 59.48%. The male literacy rate is 69.78%, while the female literacy rate is 48.61%.