Barada - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Barada is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Sarisha and around 43.4 km from Alipore. Bhadura Haridas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barada is 334411. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.13 hectares and falls under the 743513 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barada
According to the 2011 Census, Barada village had a total population of 932 people, including 471 males and 461 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.40%, with male literacy at 93.36% and female literacy at 77.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 | 471 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 408 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 63 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Barada
Barada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barada
Public transport in the Barada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Barada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Barada is about 43.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barada
Where is Barada located?
Barada village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barada?
The Gram Panchayat of Barada is Bhadura Haridas.
What is the pincode of Barada?
The pincode of Barada is 743513.
What is the population of Barada?
Barada had a total population of 932, including 471 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Barada?
Barada had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barada was 85.40%. Male literacy was 93.36% and female literacy was 77.09%.