Barra
About Barra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barra village is 331900. Barra village is located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.9km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 47.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Barabazar is the gram panchayat of Barra village.
The total geographical area of village is 211.44 hectares. Barra has a total population of 1,015 peoples, out of which male population is 517 while female population is 498. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barra village is 53.30% out of which 70.21% males and 35.74% females are literate. There are about 195 houses in barra village. Pincode of barra village locality is 723127.
Purulia is nearest town to barra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Barra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 517 | 498 |
| Children (0-6) | 139 | 63 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 363 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 154 | 320 |
Connectivity of Barra
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barra
Where is Barra located?
Barra village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barra?
The Gram Panchayat of Barra is Barabazar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barra?
The pincode of Barra is 723127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barra is 1,015, with 517 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barra village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barra is 53.30%. The male literacy rate is 70.21%, while the female literacy rate is 35.74%.