Bahara
Bahara is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.1km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 62.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bahara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bahara unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Bahara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bahara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahara is 330015. The village spans a total geographical area of 237.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723146. Santaldih is nearest town to Bahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bahara
Population of Bahara
According to the 2011 Census, Bahara has a total population of about 2,241, with approximately 1,193 males and 1,048 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 344 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 827 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.62%, with male literacy at about 67.23% and female literacy near 40.27%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,193 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 185 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 439 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 802 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 391 | 626 |
Connectivity of Bahara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahara. As per the 2011 stats, Bahara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahara
- Where is Bahara located?
- Bahara village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahara?
- Bahara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bahara?
- The pincode of Bahara is 723146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahara is 2,241, with 1,193 males and 1,048 females.
- How many households are there in Bahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahara village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahara is 54.62%. The male literacy rate is 67.23%, while the female literacy rate is 40.27%.