Village code 311777

Barahara Village, Bansihari Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Barahara is a village in Bansihari Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Dakshin Dinajpur 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.

Barahara village map in West Bengal
Barahara village map image for Bansihari Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Barahara is a village in Bansihari Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. For Barahara, the population is 987, PIN code is 733147 and Census village code is 311777. 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 Barahara village
Village code311777
PIN code733147
Population987
Households234
Area67.26 ha / 0.67 sq. km / 166 acres
Population density1,467 people per sq. km
Sex ratio935 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townGangarampur (10 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtDakshin Dinajpur
Census 2011 districtDakshin Dinajpur

Postal and PIN Code Details

Census 2011 reports PIN code 733147 for Barahara. This PIN was not matched in the local India Post reference file, so please verify it through India Post before using it for address or service work.

Postal details for Barahara village
PIN code733147
Postal matchNo matching post office record found in the local India Post PIN reference file

Location and Administration

Barahara comes under Barahara gram panchayat and Bansihari C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bansihari Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Buniadpur at 4.60 km. The Census district headquarters, Balurghat, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Barahara
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtDakshin Dinajpur
Census 2011 districtDakshin Dinajpur
State code19
District code331
Block / Census sub-district code2206
C.D. Block code53
Block panchayat code53

Population Profile

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

Total population

987 residents in 234 households

Male population

510

Female population

477

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 77; Scheduled Tribes: 82

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

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

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 Barahara
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 Barahara
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationAvailable
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayAvailable
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
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 shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketAvailable
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
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 Barahara
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power15 hours per day
Winter domestic power16 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 Barahara
Net area sown52.82 hectares
Irrigated area39.75 hectares
Unirrigated area13.07 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area15.25 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area19.50 hectares
Non-agricultural area0.30 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropWheat
Third cropJute

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 Barahara
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bansihari, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bansihari, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bansihari, within 5 km.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.

How to Reach Barahara

Gangarampur (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Buniadpur 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 Barahara
Nearest major townGangarampur (10 km)
Block headquartersBuniadpur (4.60 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageAvailable
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 Barahara. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Barahara
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre1
Family Welfare Centre1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole 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
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Private Courier FacilityAvailable
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Railway StationAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Sea River Ferry ServiceAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Mandis Regular MarketAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable

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 Barahara village located?

Barahara is located in Bansihari Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Dakshin Dinajpur.

Which Block is Barahara in?

Barahara is in Bansihari Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Barahara in?

District: Dakshin Dinajpur.

What is the village code of Barahara?

The Census village code of Barahara is 311777.

What is the PIN code of Barahara?

The PIN code reported for Barahara is 733147.

What is the population of Barahara?

Barahara has 987 residents in 234 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Barahara?

The nearest statutory town to Barahara is Gangarampur (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Barahara?

The main crops reported for Barahara are Paddy, Wheat, and Jute.

What land-use details are available for Barahara?

Land-use details for Barahara include net area sown: 52.82 hectares, irrigated area: 39.75 hectares, and unirrigated area: 13.07 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Barahara?

Government primary school status for Barahara is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Barahara?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Barahara?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Barahara?

The total geographical area of Barahara is 67.26 hectares.

How many households are in Barahara?

Barahara has 234 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Barahara?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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