Barakaram
Barakaram is a village located in Bundwan subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Bandwan (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kuilapal is the gram panchayat of Barakaram village.
Barakaram 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 Barakaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakaram is 332387. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723129. Tata is nearest town to Barakaram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
Google Map of Barakaram
Population of Barakaram
Below is a concise population overview of Barakaram as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,120 | 543 | 577 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 72 | 60 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
Literate Population | 680 | 410 | 270 |
Illiterate Population | 440 | 133 | 307 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakaram village:
- The total population of Barakaram village is around 1,120, including approximately 543 males and 577 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Barakaram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barakaram village has 132 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 108 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barakaram village is about 60.71%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 46.79%.
- There are around 236 households in Barakaram village.
Connectivity of Barakaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakaram. As per the 2011 stats, Barakaram had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakaram
- Where is Barakaram located?
- Barakaram village is situated in Bundwan Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakaram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barakaram is Kuilapal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barakaram?
- The pincode of Barakaram is 723129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakaram is 1,120, with 543 males and 577 females.
- How many households are there in Barakaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakaram village has a total of 236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakaram is 60.71%. The male literacy rate is 75.51%, while the female literacy rate is 46.79%.