Barbenda
Barbenda is a village located in Jaipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.8km away from sub-district headquarter Jaipur (tehsildar office) and 58.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Joypur is the gram panchayat of Barbenda village.
Barbenda 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 Barbenda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barbenda is 329846. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723201. Puruliya is nearest town to Barbenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Barbenda
Population of Barbenda
Below is a concise population overview of Barbenda 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 | 5,107 | 2,635 | 2,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 952 | 513 | 439 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 125 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,921 | 1,374 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,186 | 1,261 | 1,925 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barbenda village:
- The total population of Barbenda village is around 5,107, including approximately 2,635 males and 2,472 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 952 children aged 0–6 years in Barbenda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barbenda village has 247 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barbenda village is about 37.62%, with male literacy at 52.14% and female literacy at 22.13%.
- There are around 937 households in Barbenda village.
Connectivity of Barbenda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barbenda. As per the 2011 stats, Barbenda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barbenda
Knowing the nearby villages of Barbenda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barbenda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbenda
- Where is Barbenda located?
- Barbenda village is situated in Jaipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barbenda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barbenda is Joypur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barbenda?
- The pincode of Barbenda is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barbenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barbenda is 5,107, with 2,635 males and 2,472 females.
- How many households are there in Barbenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barbenda village has a total of 937 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barbenda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barbenda is 37.62%. The male literacy rate is 52.14%, while the female literacy rate is 22.13%.