Barul

Barul is a village located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 7.9km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Parulia is the gram panchayat of Barul village.

Here you can discover what makes Barul unique in its vibrant Dubrajpur-Birbhum region. You’ll see Barul’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 Barul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barul is 318081. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731126. Suri is nearest town to Barul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 112km away.

When it comes to local governance, Barul 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 Suri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Barul

Population of Barul

According to the 2011 Census, Barul has a total population of about 782, with approximately 404 males and 378 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 167. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.46%, with male literacy at about 67.57% and female literacy near 50.79%. There are around 191 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barul's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Barul

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

Nearby Villages of Barul

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barul