Barara - Agra
Barara is a village situated in the Agra tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sader Agra and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Barara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barara is 124599. The village covers a total geographical area of 1407.33 hectares and falls under the 283102 pincode.
Barara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agra Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Sikri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barara
As per Census 2011, Barara village has a total population of 11,918 people, consisting of 6,331 males and 5,587 females. The village has 1,903 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,793 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,121 literate and 4,797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,918 | 6,331 | 5,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,793 | 907 | 886 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,212 | 1,163 | 1,049 |
| Literate Population | 7,121 | 4,506 | 2,615 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,797 | 1,825 | 2,972 |
Nearby Villages of Barara
Barara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahara | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Sutendi | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Basua Nagla | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Garhsani | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Malpura | East | 3.20 km |
| Abhaypura | East | 3.22 km |
| Khallauwa | South | 3.25 km |
| Gamari | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Khal | South | 3.37 km |
| Nanpur | North-West | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barara
Barara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pathauli, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Agra to Barara is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barara
Where is Barara located?
Barara village is located in Agra Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barara?
Barara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barara?
The pincode of Barara is 283102.
What is the population of Barara?
Barara has a total population of 11,918, including 6,331 males and 5,587 females.
How many households are there in Barara?
There are 1,903 households in Barara.
What is the literacy rate in Barara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barara is 59.75%. Male literacy is 71.17% and female literacy is 46.81%.