Barria
Barria is a village located in Bagmundi subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.4km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardihi (tehsildar office) and 63.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Baghmundi is the gram panchayat of Barria village.
Barria has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Barria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barria is 331612. The village spans a total geographical area of 1708.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723152. Balarampur is nearest town to Barria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Barria
Population of Barria
Below is a concise population overview of Barria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barria village:
- The total population of Barria village is around 3,982, including approximately 2,046 males and 1,936 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 682 children aged 0–6 years in Barria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barria village has 599 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 738 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barria village is about 48.54%, with male literacy at 60.31% and female literacy at 36.11%.
- There are around 837 households in Barria village.
Connectivity of Barria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barria. As per the 2011 stats, Barria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barria
Knowing the nearby villages of Barria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barria
- Where is Barria located?
- Barria village is situated in Bagmundi Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barria is Baghmundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barria?
- The pincode of Barria is 723152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barria is 3,982, with 2,046 males and 1,936 females.
- How many households are there in Barria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barria village has a total of 837 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barria is 48.54%. The male literacy rate is 60.31%, while the female literacy rate is 36.11%.