Bara

Bara is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Bara village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Bara unique in its vibrant Jama-Dumka region. You’ll see Bara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara is 371810. The village spans a total geographical area of 845.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Jama is nearest town to Bara village for all major economic activities.

Google Map of Bara

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Population of Bara

According to the 2011 Census, Bara has a total population of about 2,737, with approximately 1,340 males and 1,397 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 419 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,827. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.63%, with male literacy at about 55.30% and female literacy near 36.36%. There are around 572 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,737 1,340 1,397
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 419 217 202
Scheduled Castes (SC) 202 102 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,827 872 955
Literate Population 1,249 741 508
Illiterate Population 1,488 599 889

Connectivity of Bara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara. As per the 2011 stats, Bara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bara

Knowing the nearby villages of Bara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bara

Where is Bara located?
Bara village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
Bara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara is 2,737, with 1,340 males and 1,397 females.
How many households are there in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bara village has a total of 572 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara is 45.63%. The male literacy rate is 55.30%, while the female literacy rate is 36.36%.