Barama

Barama is a village located in Goghat I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Goghat (tehsildar office) and 85.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Saora is the gram panchayat of Barama village.

Barama has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Barama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barama is 324081. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712616. Arambagh is nearest town to Barama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Barama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 916 485 431
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 60 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 105 55 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 1 3
Literate Population 640 365 275
Illiterate Population 276 120 156

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

  • The total population of Barama village is around 916, including approximately 485 males and 431 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Barama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barama village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barama village is about 69.87%, with male literacy at 75.26% and female literacy at 63.81%.
  • There are around 192 households in Barama village.

Connectivity of Barama

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

Nearby Villages of Barama

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barama

Where is Barama located?
Barama village is situated in Goghat I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barama?
The Gram Panchayat of Barama is Saora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barama?
The pincode of Barama is 712616, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barama is 916, with 485 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Barama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barama village has a total of 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barama is 69.87%. The male literacy rate is 75.26%, while the female literacy rate is 63.81%.