Bara - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Bara is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 056010. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.11 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara village had a total population of 3,870 people, including 1,996 males and 1,874 females, living in 705 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 62.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 3,870 | 1,996 | 1,874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 608 | 324 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,320 | 1,321 | 999 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,550 | 675 | 875 |
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
Bara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Bara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bara is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bara?
Bara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 263148.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara had a total population of 3,870, including 1,996 males and 1,874 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
Bara had 705 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara was 71.12%. Male literacy was 79.01% and female literacy was 62.83%.