Bara
Bara is a village located in Barasat I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Chhota Jagulia (tehsildar office) and 4.3km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Chhoto Jagulia is the gram panchayat of Bara village.
Here you can discover what makes Bara unique in its vibrant Barasat I-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Bara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara is 323188. The village spans a total geographical area of 366.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743294. Barasat is nearest town to Bara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
As per 2019 stats, Bara village comes under Barasat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Bara
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara has a total population of about 5,412, with approximately 2,783 males and 2,629 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 699 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.31%, with male literacy at about 70.68% and female literacy near 67.86%. There are around 1,209 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,412 | 2,783 | 2,629 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 699 | 380 | 319 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
Literate Population | 3,751 | 1,967 | 1,784 |
Illiterate Population | 1,661 | 816 | 845 |
Connectivity of Bara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara. As per the 2011 stats, Bara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bara
- Where is Bara located?
- Bara village is situated in Barasat I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Chhoto Jagulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bara?
- The pincode of Bara is 743294, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara is 5,412, with 2,783 males and 2,629 females.
- How many households are there in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bara village has a total of 1,209 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara is 69.31%. The male literacy rate is 70.68%, while the female literacy rate is 67.86%.