Barria - Bagmundi, Purulia
Barria is a village situated in the Bagmundi subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.4 km from Pathardihi and around 63.9 km from Purulia. Baghmundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barria is 331612. The village covers a total geographical area of 1708.59 hectares and falls under the 723152 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barria
As per Census 2011, Barria village has a total population of 3,982 people, consisting of 2,046 males and 1,936 females. The village has 837 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 682 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,933 literate and 2,049 illiterate residents. Additionally, 599 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 738 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,982 | 2,046 | 1,936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 356 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 301 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 738 | 376 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 1,933 | 1,234 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,049 | 812 | 1,237 |
Nearby Villages of Barria
Barria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranga | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Patardi | South | 2.58 km |
| Chorda | West | 2.61 km |
| Saldi | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Pratappur | South | 2.95 km |
| Chano | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Ghaghra | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Telia Bhasa | North | 3.58 km |
| Bhitpani | North | 3.63 km |
| Kurupahar | North-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barria
Barria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Haslang P.h., while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| 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 Balarampur to Barria is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Barria is about 63.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barria 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 Barria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barria
Where is Barria located?
Barria village is located in Bagmundi Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barria?
The Gram Panchayat of Barria is Baghmundi.
What is the pincode of Barria?
The pincode of Barria is 723152.
What is the population of Barria?
Barria has a total population of 3,982, including 2,046 males and 1,936 females.
How many households are there in Barria?
There are 837 households in Barria.
What is the literacy rate in Barria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barria is 48.54%. Male literacy is 60.31% and female literacy is 36.11%.