Barapaya
Barapaya is a village located in Raipur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gar Raipur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Barapaya village. As per 2009 stats, Fulkusma is the gram panchayat of Barapaya village.
Barapaya has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barapaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barapaya is 329539. The village spans a total geographical area of 331.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722162. Khatra is nearest town to Barapaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Barapaya
Below is a concise population overview of Barapaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 485 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 60 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 394 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 332 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 153 | 255 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barapaya village:
- The total population of Barapaya village is around 961, including approximately 485 males and 476 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Barapaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barapaya village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 793 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barapaya village is about 57.54%, with male literacy at 68.45% and female literacy at 46.43%.
- There are around 227 households in Barapaya village.
Connectivity of Barapaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barapaya. As per the 2011 stats, Barapaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barapaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Barapaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barapaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barapaya
- Where is Barapaya located?
- Barapaya village is situated in Raipur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barapaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barapaya is Fulkusma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barapaya?
- The pincode of Barapaya is 722162, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barapaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barapaya is 961, with 485 males and 476 females.
- How many households are there in Barapaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barapaya village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barapaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barapaya is 57.54%. The male literacy rate is 68.45%, while the female literacy rate is 46.43%.