Barari - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Barari is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 48.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Loba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barari is 318239. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.97 hectares and falls under the 731124 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barari
As per Census 2011, Barari village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 467 males and 446 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 577 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 467 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 294 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 294 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 173 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Barari
Barari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khoj Kamalpur | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Loba | West | 1.27 km |
| Kota | East | 1.61 km |
| Srirampur | South | 2.45 km |
| Palashdanga | West | 2.59 km |
| Bodhgram | East | 2.69 km |
| Birbhadrapur | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Brahmandihi | East | 3.07 km |
| Dakshin Handipur | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Jhirul | North | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barari
Barari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Panchra, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dubrajpur to Barari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Barari is about 48.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barari
Where is Barari located?
Barari village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barari?
The Gram Panchayat of Barari is Loba.
What is the pincode of Barari?
The pincode of Barari is 731124.
What is the population of Barari?
Barari has a total population of 913, including 467 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Barari?
There are 206 households in Barari.
What is the literacy rate in Barari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barari is 53.23%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 43.05%.