Barakadra
Barakadra is a village located in Garbeta Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.6km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Barakadra village. As per 2009 stats, Goaltor is the gram panchayat of Barakadra village.
Barakadra 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 Barakadra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakadra is 336575. The village spans a total geographical area of 318.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721253. Garbeta is nearest town to Barakadra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barakadra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Barakadra
Below is a concise population overview of Barakadra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 655 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 80 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 126 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 932 | 513 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 142 | 204 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakadra village:
- The total population of Barakadra village is around 1,278, including approximately 655 males and 623 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Barakadra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barakadra village has 247 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barakadra village is about 72.93%, with male literacy at 78.32% and female literacy at 67.26%.
- There are around 258 households in Barakadra village.
Connectivity of Barakadra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakadra. As per the 2011 stats, Barakadra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakadra
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakadra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakadra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakadra
- Where is Barakadra located?
- Barakadra village is situated in Garbeta Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakadra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barakadra is Goaltor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barakadra?
- The pincode of Barakadra is 721253, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakadra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakadra is 1,278, with 655 males and 623 females.
- How many households are there in Barakadra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakadra village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakadra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakadra is 72.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.32%, while the female literacy rate is 67.26%.