Barabar

Barabar is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.7km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barabar village. As per 2009 stats, Bindole is the gram panchayat of Barabar village.

Barabar has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Barabar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barabar is 309618. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733156. Raiganj is nearest town to Barabar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Barabar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hemtabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barabar

Below is a concise population overview of Barabar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,580 812 768
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 191 108 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,232 636 596
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 878 485 393
Illiterate Population 702 327 375

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barabar village:

  • The total population of Barabar village is around 1,580, including approximately 812 males and 768 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 191 children aged 0–6 years in Barabar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barabar village has 1,232 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barabar village is about 55.57%, with male literacy at 59.73% and female literacy at 51.17%.
  • There are around 321 households in Barabar village.

Connectivity of Barabar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barabar. As per the 2011 stats, Barabar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barabar

Knowing the nearby villages of Barabar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barabar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barabar

Where is Barabar located?
Barabar village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barabar is Bindole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barabar?
The pincode of Barabar is 733156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barabar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barabar is 1,580, with 812 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Barabar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barabar village has a total of 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barabar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barabar is 55.57%. The male literacy rate is 59.73%, while the female literacy rate is 51.17%.