Bar - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Bar is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Bar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar is 213265. The village covers a total geographical area of 804.25 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bar
As per Census 2011, Bar village has a total population of 2,185 people, consisting of 1,093 males and 1,092 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,544 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,185 | 1,093 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 163 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,544 | 777 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 692 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 401 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Bar
Bar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baijanath | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Harankhuri | East | 2.01 km |
| Shivdwar | North | 2.25 km |
| Sonhati | East | 2.33 km |
| Seegra | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Khajuari | East | 3.04 km |
| Bardiya | South | 3.10 km |
| Satdwari | East | 3.40 km |
| Manjhiganwa Mishra | North | 3.45 km |
| Dulahatha | East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bar
Bar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sonbhadra to Bar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Bar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bar 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 Bar
Where is Bar located?
Bar village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar?
Bar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bar?
The pincode of Bar is 231210.
What is the population of Bar?
Bar has a total population of 2,185, including 1,093 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Bar?
There are 323 households in Bar.
What is the literacy rate in Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar is 51.53%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 39.74%.