Barail - Babubarhi, Madhubani
Barail is a village situated in the Babubarhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babubarhi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Satghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barail is 220156. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.6 hectares and falls under the 847224 pincode. Jhangharpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Barail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barail
As per Census 2011, Barail village has a total population of 2,658 people, consisting of 1,359 males and 1,299 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,182 literate and 1,476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,658 | 1,359 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 255 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 97 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 720 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,476 | 639 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Barail
Barail is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Teghra | North | 1.81 km |
| Siktiahi | East | 1.92 km |
| Jatahi | West | 2.45 km |
| Basaha | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Madan Dobh | West | 3.43 km |
| Gosain Chauri | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Pathrahi | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Bharahi | South | 3.92 km |
| Bathnaha | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Bhojpatti | West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barail
Barail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khutauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhangharpur to Barail is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Barail is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barail 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 Barail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barail
Where is Barail located?
Barail village is located in Babubarhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barail?
The Gram Panchayat of Barail is Satghara.
What is the pincode of Barail?
The pincode of Barail is 847224.
What is the population of Barail?
Barail has a total population of 2,658, including 1,359 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Barail?
There are 581 households in Barail.
What is the literacy rate in Barail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barail is 44.47%. Male literacy is 52.98% and female literacy is 35.57%.