Barra
Barra is a village located in Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.5km away from sub-district headquarter Khoyrasol (tehsildar office) and 44.7km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Barrah is the gram panchayat of Barra village.
Barra has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Barra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barra is 318431. The village spans a total geographical area of 614.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731125. Dubrajpur is nearest town to Barra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Barra
Population of Barra
Below is a concise population overview of Barra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 10,798 | 5,578 | 5,220 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,490 | 745 | 745 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,956 | 1,006 | 950 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
Literate Population | 6,568 | 3,794 | 2,774 |
Illiterate Population | 4,230 | 1,784 | 2,446 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barra village:
- The total population of Barra village is around 10,798, including approximately 5,578 males and 5,220 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,490 children aged 0–6 years in Barra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barra village has 1,956 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barra village is about 60.83%, with male literacy at 68.02% and female literacy at 53.14%.
- There are around 2,223 households in Barra village.
Connectivity of Barra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barra. As per the 2011 stats, Barra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barra
Knowing the nearby villages of Barra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barra
- Where is Barra located?
- Barra village is situated in Khoyrasol Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barra is Barrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barra?
- The pincode of Barra is 731125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barra is 10,798, with 5,578 males and 5,220 females.
- How many households are there in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barra village has a total of 2,223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barra is 60.83%. The male literacy rate is 68.02%, while the female literacy rate is 53.14%.