Barra - Ratia, Fatehabad
Barra is a village situated in the Ratia tehsil of Fatehabad district, Haryana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratia and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Fatehabad. Bara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barra is 060299. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 125051 pincode. Ratia is the nearest town.
Barra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barra
According to the 2011 Census, Barra village had a total population of 1,023 people, including 515 males and 508 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.11%, with male literacy at 63.31% and female literacy at 50.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 442.
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 | 1,023 | 515 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 226 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 283 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 232 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Barra
Barra 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 Barra
Public transport in the Barra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehabad to Barra is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barra 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barra
Where is Barra located?
Barra village is located in Ratia Tehsil, Fatehabad district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barra?
The Gram Panchayat of Barra is Bara.
What is the pincode of Barra?
The pincode of Barra is 125051.
What is the population of Barra?
Barra had a total population of 1,023, including 515 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Barra?
Barra had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barra was 57.11%. Male literacy was 63.31% and female literacy was 50.90%.