Baragan

Baragan is a village located in Mayureswar I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.2km away from sub-district headquarter Mollarpur (tehsildar office) and 33.8km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Jhikodda is the gram panchayat of Baragan village.

Baragan 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 Baragan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baragan is 316570. The village spans a total geographical area of 101.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731216. Sainthia is nearest town to Baragan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Baragan

Below is a concise population overview of Baragan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 332 167 165
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 11 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 78 36 42
Literate Population 252 134 118
Illiterate Population 80 33 47

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baragan village:

  • The total population of Baragan village is around 332, including approximately 167 males and 165 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Baragan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baragan village has 78 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baragan village is about 75.90%, with male literacy at 80.24% and female literacy at 71.52%.
  • There are around 91 households in Baragan village.

Connectivity of Baragan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baragan. As per the 2011 stats, Baragan 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Baragan

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

Purbba Ramchandrapur Jot Rajchandra Sonj Paschim Ramcandrapur Gazipur Parulia Mahurapur Krishnanagar Asuralay Diara Baicha

Frequently Asked Questions about Baragan

Where is Baragan located?
Baragan village is situated in Mayureswar I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Baragan is Jhikodda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baragan?
The pincode of Baragan is 731216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baragan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baragan is 332, with 167 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Baragan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baragan village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baragan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baragan is 75.90%. The male literacy rate is 80.24%, while the female literacy rate is 71.52%.