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
As per Census 2011, Barra village has a total population of 1,023 people, consisting of 515 males and 508 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,023 | 515 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 226 | 216 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,023, including 515 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Barra?
There are 205 households in Barra.
What is the literacy rate in Barra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barra is 49.85%. Male literacy is 54.95% and female literacy is 44.69%.