Barani - Contai - III, Purba Medinipur
Barani is a village situated in the Contai - III subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Debendra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barani is 346473. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.23 hectares and falls under the 721422 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanthi Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barani
As per Census 2011, Barani village has a total population of 716 people, consisting of 362 males and 354 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 362 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 183 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 295 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 67 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Barani
Barani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barani
Public transport in the Barani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Barani is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barani
Where is Barani located?
Barani village is located in Contai - III Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barani?
The Gram Panchayat of Barani is Debendra.
What is the pincode of Barani?
The pincode of Barani is 721422.
What is the population of Barani?
Barani has a total population of 716, including 362 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Barani?
There are 139 households in Barani.
What is the literacy rate in Barani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barani is 77.79%. Male literacy is 81.49% and female literacy is 74.01%.