Barara - Santalpur, Patan
Barara is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Barara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barara is 508627. The village covers a total geographical area of 1254.69 hectares and falls under the 385350 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Barara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barara
As per Census 2011, Barara village has a total population of 1,315 people, consisting of 641 males and 674 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,315 | 641 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 290 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 351 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Barara
Barara 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 Barara
Barara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Barara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Barara is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barara
Where is Barara located?
Barara village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barara?
Barara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barara?
The pincode of Barara is 385350.
What is the population of Barara?
Barara has a total population of 1,315, including 641 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Barara?
There are 254 households in Barara.
What is the literacy rate in Barara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barara is 35.36%. Male literacy is 45.24% and female literacy is 25.96%.