Barar

Barar is a village located in Khargram subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Nagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mahisar is the gram panchayat of Barar village.

Barar has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Barar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barar is 315204. The village spans a total geographical area of 238.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742147. Kandi is nearest town to Barar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Barar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,954 1,009 945
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 278 147 131
Scheduled Castes (SC) 588 309 279
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,077 615 462
Illiterate Population 877 394 483

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

  • The total population of Barar village is around 1,954, including approximately 1,009 males and 945 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 278 children aged 0–6 years in Barar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barar village has 588 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barar village is about 55.12%, with male literacy at 60.95% and female literacy at 48.89%.
  • There are around 424 households in Barar village.

Connectivity of Barar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barar. As per the 2011 stats, Barar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barar

Where is Barar located?
Barar village is situated in Khargram Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barar is Mahisar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barar?
The pincode of Barar is 742147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barar is 1,954, with 1,009 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Barar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barar village has a total of 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barar is 55.12%. The male literacy rate is 60.95%, while the female literacy rate is 48.89%.