Village code 341842

Barachu Village, Kharagpur - Ii Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Barachu is a village in Kharagpur - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Barachu village map in West Bengal
Barachu village map image for Kharagpur - Ii Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Barachu is a village in Kharagpur - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Barachu, the population is 781 and Census village code is 341842. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Barachu village
Village code341842
Population781
Households214
Area32.90 ha / 0.33 sq. km / 81 acres
Population density2,374 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1039 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKharagpore (10 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur

Location and Administration

Barachu comes under Barachu gram panchayat and Kharagpur - Ii C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Kharagpur - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Kharagpur at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Barachu
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur
State code19
District code344
Block / Census sub-district code2461
C.D. Block code308
Block panchayat code308

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Barachu village and its household count.

Total population

781 residents in 214 households

Male population

383

Female population

398

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 451; Scheduled Tribes: 111

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Not available in village

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Barachu
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Barachu
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Barachu
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power18 hours per day
Winter domestic power20 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Barachu
Net area sown28.50 hectares
Irrigated area28.50 hectares
Canal irrigated area22.50 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area6 hectares
Non-agricultural area1 hectares
Main cropPaddy, Wheat

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Barachu
Primary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bargobinda 2nd, within 5 km.
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Tentulmuri, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bargobinda 2nd, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Sankoa, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Barachu

Kharagpore (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Kharagpur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Barachu
Nearest major townKharagpore (10 km)
Block headquartersKharagpur
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Barachu. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Barachu
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Weekly HaatAvailable
Agricultural Marketing SocietyAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Barachu village located?

Barachu is located in Kharagpur - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.

Which Block is Barachu in?

Barachu is in Kharagpur - Ii Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Barachu in?

District: Paschim Medinipur.

What is the village code of Barachu?

The Census village code of Barachu is 341842.

What is the population of Barachu?

Barachu has 781 residents in 214 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Barachu?

The nearest statutory town to Barachu is Kharagpore (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Barachu?

The main crops reported for Barachu are Paddy and Wheat.

What land-use details are available for Barachu?

Land-use details for Barachu include net area sown: 28.50 hectares and irrigated area: 28.50 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Barachu?

Government primary school status for Barachu is not available in village.

Is public bus service available in Barachu?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Barachu?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Barachu?

The total geographical area of Barachu is 32.90 hectares.

How many households are in Barachu?

Barachu has 214 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Barachu?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

Is electricity available for homes in Barachu?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

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