Bara

Bara is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Alikosha is the gram panchayat of Bara village.

Bara has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Bara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara is 343698. The village spans a total geographical area of 269.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Bara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.

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Population of Bara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,579 1,346 1,233
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 207 110 97
Scheduled Castes (SC) 318 163 155
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 68 35 33
Literate Population 1,975 1,085 890
Illiterate Population 604 261 343

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

  • The total population of Bara village is around 2,579, including approximately 1,346 males and 1,233 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 207 children aged 0–6 years in Bara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bara village has 318 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 68 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bara village is about 76.58%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 72.18%.
  • There are around 628 households in Bara village.

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)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 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 Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Alikosha (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 721133, 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 2,579, with 1,346 males and 1,233 females.
How many households are there in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bara village has a total of 628 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara is 76.58%. The male literacy rate is 80.61%, while the female literacy rate is 72.18%.