Barada - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Barada is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Baghabuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barada is 395627. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Barada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barada
According to the 2011 Census, Barada village had a total population of 647 people, including 306 males and 341 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.22%, with male literacy at 86.76% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 306 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 236 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 70 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Barada
Barada 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 Barada
Barada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Barada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Barada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barada 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barada
Where is Barada located?
Barada village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barada?
The Gram Panchayat of Barada is Baghabuda.
What is the pincode of Barada?
The pincode of Barada is 754220.
What is the population of Barada?
Barada had a total population of 647, including 306 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Barada?
Barada had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barada was 83.22%. Male literacy was 86.76% and female literacy was 80.00%.