Adra

Adra is a village located in Galsi Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.6km away from sub-district headquarter Galsi. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Adra village. As per 2009 stats, Adra village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Adra unique in its vibrant Galsi Ii-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Adra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Adra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Adra is 319956. The village spans a total geographical area of 661.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713428. Burdwan is nearest town to Adra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Adra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khandaghosh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Adra

According to the 2011 Census, Adra has a total population of about 3,774, with approximately 1,872 males and 1,902 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 376 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,889 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 321. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.47%, with male literacy at about 59.72% and female literacy near 47.32%. There are around 941 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Adra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,774 1,872 1,902
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 376 183 193
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,889 935 954
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 321 157 164
Literate Population 2,018 1,118 900
Illiterate Population 1,756 754 1,002

Connectivity of Adra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Adra. As per the 2011 stats, Adra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Adra

Knowing the nearby villages of Adra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Adra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Adra

Where is Adra located?
Adra village is situated in Galsi Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adra?
Adra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Adra?
The pincode of Adra is 713428, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Adra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Adra is 3,774, with 1,872 males and 1,902 females.
How many households are there in Adra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Adra village has a total of 941 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Adra is 53.47%. The male literacy rate is 59.72%, while the female literacy rate is 47.32%.