Baram
About Baram
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baram village is 331146. Baram village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 32.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Mankiary is the gram panchayat of Baram village.
The total geographical area of village is 537.02 hectares. Baram has a total population of 2,129 peoples, out of which male population is 1,097 while female population is 1,032. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baram village is 54.72% out of which 65.09% males and 43.70% females are literate. There are about 402 houses in baram village. Pincode of baram village locality is 723201.
When it comes to administration, Baram village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Baram village comes under Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Bokaro is nearest town to baram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
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Population of Baram
The population details of Baram cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,129 | 1,097 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 327 | 160 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 714 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 964 | 383 | 581 |
Connectivity of Baram
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baram
Where is Baram located?
Baram village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baram?
The Gram Panchayat of Baram is Mankiary (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baram?
The pincode of Baram is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baram is 2,129, with 1,097 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Baram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baram village has a total of 402 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baram as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baram is 54.72%. The male literacy rate is 65.09%, while the female literacy rate is 43.70%.