Indian Village Directory
Census Data & Village Info
About Bara Shankar
Bara Shankar is a rural settlement in Patahi, Purba Champaran, Bihar. It has a population of 10,780 in about 2,463 households (avg size: 4.38). Approximate literacy: 39.73%.
Population of Bara Shankar
| Population (Total) | 10,780 |
| Male | 5,625 |
| Female | 5,155 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 2,085 |
| Households | 2,463 |
| Literate persons | 4,283 |
| Illiterate persons | 6,497 |
| Total workers | 4,661 |
| Sex ratio (♀ per 1000 ♂) | 916 |
| Literacy (approx.) | 39.73% |
| SC population | 1,749 |
| ST population | 1 |
Connectivity of Bara Shankar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara Shankar. As per the 2011-derived dataset, local transport access for Bara Shankar is summarized below.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Not available within village |
| Nearest Bus Stop | Within 5 km |
| Nearest Railway Station | Nearest railway station info not available |
| Nearest Airport | No nearby airport recorded |
How to find Bara Shankar on map
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bara Shankar
What is the population of Bara Shankar?
10,780 (approx.)
What is the literacy rate in Bara Shankar?
39.73%
What is the gender ratio in Bara Shankar?
916 females per 1000 males
How many households are there in Bara Shankar?
2,463 households (avg size 4.38)
What facilities are available in Bara Shankar?
Likely basic facilities (primary school, health sub-centre). Add facility details to extraJSON for exact names.
Which villages are nearby?
Patahi (166,445), Patahi (166,445), Bokane Kalan (14,152), Bara Shankar (10,780), Patahi Jadu (10,040), Saraia Gopal (9,168), Jihuli (9,153), Padumrier (7,849), Parsauni Kapur (7,123), Bakhri (6,858)
Is Bara Shankar rural or urban?
Rural