Baras
Baras is a village located in Baliapal tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baliapal (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Badas is the gram panchayat of Baras village.
Here you can discover what makes Baras unique in its vibrant Baliapal-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Baras’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 Baras
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baras is 392104. The village spans a total geographical area of 62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756083. Baleshwar is nearest town to Baras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Baras
Population of Baras
According to the 2011 Census, Baras has a total population of about 1,040, with approximately 531 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.92%, with male literacy at about 81.92% and female literacy near 71.71%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Baras's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 531 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 800 | 435 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 96 | 144 |
Connectivity of Baras
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baras. As per the 2011 stats, Baras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baras
Knowing the nearby villages of Baras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baras.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baras
- Where is Baras located?
- Baras village is situated in Baliapal Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baras?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baras is Badas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Baras?
- The pincode of Baras is 756083, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baras is 1,040, with 531 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Baras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baras village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baras as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baras is 76.92%. The male literacy rate is 81.92%, while the female literacy rate is 71.71%.