Barra
Barra is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Barra village is also a gram panchayat.
Barra has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Barra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barra is 435160. The village spans a total geographical area of 1115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496665. Kharsia is nearest town to Barra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barra
Population of Barra
Below is a concise population overview of Barra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,249 | 1,126 | 1,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,658 | 816 | 842 |
| Literate Population | 1,388 | 827 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 299 | 562 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barra village:
- The total population of Barra village is around 2,249, including approximately 1,126 males and 1,123 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 336 children aged 0–6 years in Barra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barra village has 52 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,658 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barra village is about 61.72%, with male literacy at 73.45% and female literacy at 49.96%.
- There are around 506 households in Barra village.
Connectivity of Barra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barra. As per the 2011 stats, Barra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Barra
Knowing the nearby villages of Barra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barra
- Where is Barra located?
- Barra village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barra?
- Barra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barra?
- The pincode of Barra is 496665, 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 2,249, with 1,126 males and 1,123 females.
- How many households are there in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barra village has a total of 506 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barra is 61.72%. The male literacy rate is 73.45%, while the female literacy rate is 49.96%.