Bar Ranga - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Bar Ranga is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 29.5 km from Manbazar and around 59.8 km from Purulia. Buribandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bar Ranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar Ranga is 332332. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.84 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Bar Ranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bar Ranga
According to the 2011 Census, Bar Ranga village had a total population of 426 people, including 199 males and 227 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.21%, with male literacy at 68.93% and female literacy at 39.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 398.
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 | 426 | 199 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 183 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 122 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 77 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Bar Ranga
Bar Ranga 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 Bar Ranga
Bar Ranga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Purulia to Bar Ranga is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Bar Ranga is about 59.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bar Ranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar Ranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bar Ranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bar Ranga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bar Ranga
Where is Bar Ranga located?
Bar Ranga village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar Ranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bar Ranga is Buribandh.
What is the pincode of Bar Ranga?
The pincode of Bar Ranga is 723131.
What is the population of Bar Ranga?
Bar Ranga had a total population of 426, including 199 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Bar Ranga?
Bar Ranga had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bar Ranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar Ranga was 53.21%. Male literacy was 68.93% and female literacy was 39.09%.