Bara - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Bara is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ruchida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 380802. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara
As per Census 2011, Bara village has a total population of 863 people, consisting of 425 males and 438 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 425 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 94 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 346 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 79 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Bara 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 Bara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Bara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Ruchida.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 768045.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara has a total population of 863, including 425 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
There are 182 households in Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara is 74.04%. Male literacy is 81.41% and female literacy is 66.89%.