Barachu

Barachu is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barachu village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chakmakampur is the gram panchayat of Barachu village.

Barachu 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 Barachu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barachu is 341842. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.9 hectares. Kharagpore is nearest town to Barachu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Barachu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 781 383 398
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 53 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 451 214 237
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 111 54 57
Literate Population 504 271 233
Illiterate Population 277 112 165

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

  • The total population of Barachu village is around 781, including approximately 383 males and 398 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Barachu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barachu village has 451 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 111 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barachu village is about 64.53%, with male literacy at 70.76% and female literacy at 58.54%.
  • There are around 214 households in Barachu village.

Connectivity of Barachu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barachu. As per the 2011 stats, Barachu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barachu

Knowing the nearby villages of Barachu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barachu.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barachu

Where is Barachu located?
Barachu village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barachu?
The Gram Panchayat of Barachu is Chakmakampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barachu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barachu is 781, with 383 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Barachu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barachu village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barachu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barachu is 64.53%. The male literacy rate is 70.76%, while the female literacy rate is 58.54%.