Barairga
Barairga is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 23.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bowridih is the gram panchayat of Barairga village.
Barairga 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 Barairga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barairga is 330110. The village spans a total geographical area of 292.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Anara is nearest town to Barairga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Barairga
Population of Barairga
Below is a concise population overview of Barairga 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 | 2,109 | 1,092 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 154 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,023 | 533 | 490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 179 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 690 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 402 | 641 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barairga village:
- The total population of Barairga village is around 2,109, including approximately 1,092 males and 1,017 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 323 children aged 0–6 years in Barairga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barairga village has 1,023 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 365 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barairga village is about 50.55%, with male literacy at 63.19% and female literacy at 36.97%.
- There are around 366 households in Barairga village.
Connectivity of Barairga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barairga. As per the 2011 stats, Barairga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barairga
Knowing the nearby villages of Barairga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barairga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barairga
- Where is Barairga located?
- Barairga village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barairga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barairga is Bowridih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barairga?
- The pincode of Barairga is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barairga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barairga is 2,109, with 1,092 males and 1,017 females.
- How many households are there in Barairga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barairga village has a total of 366 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barairga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barairga is 50.55%. The male literacy rate is 63.19%, while the female literacy rate is 36.97%.