Barahara
Barahara is a village located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.6km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Barahara village. As per 2009 stats, Shibpur is the gram panchayat of Barahara village.
Barahara has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Barahara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barahara is 311777. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733147. Gangarampur is nearest town to Barahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Barahara
Below is a concise population overview of Barahara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 | 510 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 64 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 358 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 152 | 167 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barahara village:
- The total population of Barahara village is around 987, including approximately 510 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Barahara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barahara village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 82 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barahara village is about 67.68%, with male literacy at 70.20% and female literacy at 64.99%.
- There are around 234 households in Barahara village.
Connectivity of Barahara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barahara. As per the 2011 stats, Barahara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Barahara
Knowing the nearby villages of Barahara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barahara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barahara
- Where is Barahara located?
- Barahara village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barahara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barahara is Shibpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barahara?
- The pincode of Barahara is 733147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barahara is 987, with 510 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Barahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barahara village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barahara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barahara is 67.68%. The male literacy rate is 70.20%, while the female literacy rate is 64.99%.