Barail - Habibpur, Malda
Barail is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Habibpur and around 25.4 km from English Bazar. Kanturka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barail is 313076. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.02 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barail
As per Census 2011, Barail village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 77 males and 75 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 60 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 17 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Barail
Barail is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandharbbapur | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Jotalam | North | 0.81 km |
| Chhilimpur | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Paschim Basudebpur | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Kanturka | West | 1.25 km |
| Neamatpur | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Aharail | South | 1.39 km |
| Mirzzapur | North | 1.49 km |
| Gobindapur | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Harail | North-West | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barail
Public transport in the Barail is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Barail is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Barail is about 25.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barail
Where is Barail located?
Barail village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barail?
The Gram Panchayat of Barail is Kanturka.
What is the pincode of Barail?
The pincode of Barail is 732122.
What is the population of Barail?
Barail has a total population of 152, including 77 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Barail?
There are 40 households in Barail.
What is the literacy rate in Barail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barail is 62.50%. Male literacy is 77.92% and female literacy is 46.67%.