Barju
Barju is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barju village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kashijora is the gram panchayat of Barju village.
Barju 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 Barju
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barju is 338967. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721129. Midnapur is nearest town to Barju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
As per 2019 stats, Barju village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Barju
Population of Barju
Below is a concise population overview of Barju 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 | 395 | 191 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 191 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 96 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 95 | 164 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barju village:
- The total population of Barju village is around 395, including approximately 191 males and 204 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Barju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barju village has 395 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barju village is about 34.43%, with male literacy at 50.26% and female literacy at 19.61%.
- There are around 82 households in Barju village.
Connectivity of Barju
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barju. As per the 2011 stats, Barju 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 Barju
Knowing the nearby villages of Barju helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barju.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barju
- Where is Barju located?
- Barju village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barju?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barju is Kashijora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barju?
- The pincode of Barju is 721129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barju as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barju is 395, with 191 males and 204 females.
- How many households are there in Barju as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barju village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barju as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barju is 34.43%. The male literacy rate is 50.26%, while the female literacy rate is 19.61%.