Barida
Barida is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Babarda is the gram panchayat of Barida village.
Here you can discover what makes Barida unique in its vibrant Basta-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Barida’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 Barida
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barida is 392468. The village spans a total geographical area of 44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756029. Baleshwar is nearest town to Barida village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barida village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barida
Population of Barida
According to the 2011 Census, Barida has a total population of about 513, with approximately 260 males and 253 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 45. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.71%, with male literacy at about 80.77% and female literacy near 64.43%. There are around 141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barida's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 260 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 210 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 50 | 90 |
Connectivity of Barida
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barida. As per the 2011 stats, Barida had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barida
Knowing the nearby villages of Barida helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barida.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barida
- Where is Barida located?
- Barida village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barida?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barida is Babarda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barida?
- The pincode of Barida is 756029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barida as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barida is 513, with 260 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Barida as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barida village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barida as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barida is 72.71%. The male literacy rate is 80.77%, while the female literacy rate is 64.43%.