Barhara Shankar
Barhara Shankar is a village located in Sahid Matangini subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Burarihat are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barhara Shankar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Balluk Ii is the gram panchayat of Barhara Shankar village.
Barhara Shankar has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Barhara Shankar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barhara Shankar is 344608. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721151. Tamluk is nearest town to Barhara Shankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Barhara Shankar
Below is a concise population overview of Barhara Shankar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,444 | 746 | 698 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 77 | 62 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,131 | 640 | 491 |
Illiterate Population | 313 | 106 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barhara Shankar village:
- The total population of Barhara Shankar village is around 1,444, including approximately 746 males and 698 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Barhara Shankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barhara Shankar village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barhara Shankar village is about 78.32%, with male literacy at 85.79% and female literacy at 70.34%.
- There are around 315 households in Barhara Shankar village.
Connectivity of Barhara Shankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barhara Shankar. As per the 2011 stats, Barhara Shankar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barhara Shankar
Knowing the nearby villages of Barhara Shankar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barhara Shankar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barhara Shankar
- Where is Barhara Shankar located?
- Barhara Shankar village is situated in Sahid Matangini Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barhara Shankar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barhara Shankar is Balluk Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barhara Shankar?
- The pincode of Barhara Shankar is 721151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barhara Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barhara Shankar is 1,444, with 746 males and 698 females.
- How many households are there in Barhara Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barhara Shankar village has a total of 315 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barhara Shankar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barhara Shankar is 78.32%. The male literacy rate is 85.79%, while the female literacy rate is 70.34%.