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
According to the 2011 Census, Barani village had a total population of 716 people, including 362 males and 354 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.26%, with male literacy at 94.25% and female literacy at 84.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 362 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 183 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 716, including 362 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Barani?
Barani had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barani was 89.26%. Male literacy was 94.25% and female literacy was 84.24%.