Baras - Patran, Patiala
Baras is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Brass serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baras is 036286. The village covers a total geographical area of 1149 hectares and falls under the 147102 pincode. Ghagga is the nearest town.
Baras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baras
According to the 2011 Census, Baras village had a total population of 3,457 people, including 1,818 males and 1,639 females, living in 665 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.34%, with male literacy at 64.24% and female literacy at 53.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 693.
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 | 3,457 | 1,818 | 1,639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 213 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 348 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,807 | 1,031 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,650 | 787 | 863 |
Nearby Villages of Baras
Baras 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 Baras
Baras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Baras is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baras 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 Baras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baras 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 Baras
Where is Baras located?
Baras village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baras?
The Gram Panchayat of Baras is Brass.
What is the pincode of Baras?
The pincode of Baras is 147102.
What is the population of Baras?
Baras had a total population of 3,457, including 1,818 males and 1,639 females.
How many households are there in Baras?
Baras had 665 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baras was 59.34%. Male literacy was 64.24% and female literacy was 53.89%.