Barail - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Barail is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 24.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ramkrishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barail is 310858. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.94 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barail
According to the 2011 Census, Barail village had a total population of 308 people, including 158 males and 150 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.68%, with male literacy at 82.39% and female literacy at 80.92%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 158 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 117 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 41 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Barail
Barail is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barail
Barail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Barail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Barail is about 24.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barail
Where is Barail located?
Barail village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barail?
The Gram Panchayat of Barail is Ramkrishnapur.
What is the pincode of Barail?
The pincode of Barail is 733140.
What is the population of Barail?
Barail had a total population of 308, including 158 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Barail?
Barail had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barail was 81.68%. Male literacy was 82.39% and female literacy was 80.92%.