Barabigha
Barabigha is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barabigha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Manikpara is the gram panchayat of Barabigha village.
Barabigha 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 Barabigha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barabigha is 339657. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Jhargram is nearest town to Barabigha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Barabigha village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Barabigha
Below is a concise population overview of Barabigha 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 | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 52 | 63 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barabigha village:
- The total population of Barabigha village is around 220, including approximately 113 males and 107 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Barabigha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barabigha village has 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barabigha village is about 47.73%, with male literacy at 53.98% and female literacy at 41.12%.
- There are around 53 households in Barabigha village.
Connectivity of Barabigha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barabigha. As per the 2011 stats, Barabigha 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barabigha
Knowing the nearby villages of Barabigha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barabigha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barabigha
- Where is Barabigha located?
- Barabigha village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barabigha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barabigha is Manikpara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barabigha?
- The pincode of Barabigha is 721513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barabigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barabigha is 220, with 113 males and 107 females.
- How many households are there in Barabigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barabigha village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barabigha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barabigha is 47.73%. The male literacy rate is 53.98%, while the female literacy rate is 41.12%.