Barahat
Barahat is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barahat village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Barhat is the gram panchayat of Barahat village.
Here you can discover what makes Barahat unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Barahat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barahat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barahat is 345043. The village spans a total geographical area of 284.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721454. Egra is nearest town to Barahat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Barahat
Population of Barahat
According to the 2011 Census, Barahat has a total population of about 2,781, with approximately 1,455 males and 1,326 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 288 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.05%, with male literacy at about 85.02% and female literacy near 76.70%. There are around 670 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barahat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,781 | 1,455 | 1,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 163 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,254 | 1,237 | 1,017 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 218 | 309 |
Connectivity of Barahat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barahat. As per the 2011 stats, Barahat 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 Barahat
Knowing the nearby villages of Barahat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barahat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barahat
- Where is Barahat located?
- Barahat village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barahat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barahat is Barhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barahat?
- The pincode of Barahat is 721454, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barahat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barahat is 2,781, with 1,455 males and 1,326 females.
- How many households are there in Barahat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barahat village has a total of 670 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barahat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barahat is 81.05%. The male literacy rate is 85.02%, while the female literacy rate is 76.70%.