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.
Here you can discover what makes Bara unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur 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 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.
Google Map of Bara
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara has a total population of about 2,579, with approximately 1,346 males and 1,233 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 318 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.58%, with male literacy at about 80.61% and female literacy near 72.18%. There are around 628 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.