Barai

Barai is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Beshwak is the gram panchayat of Barai village.

Barai has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Barai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barai is 244934. The village spans a total geographical area of 277 hectares. Islampur is nearest town to Barai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Barai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,927 1,529 1,398
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 452 229 223
Scheduled Castes (SC) 153 79 74
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,060 1,172 888
Illiterate Population 867 357 510

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

  • The total population of Barai village is around 2,927, including approximately 1,529 males and 1,398 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 452 children aged 0–6 years in Barai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barai village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barai village is about 70.38%, with male literacy at 76.65% and female literacy at 63.52%.
  • There are around 440 households in Barai village.

Connectivity of Barai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barai. As per the 2011 stats, Barai 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barai

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

Shekh Ali Tetaria Chandharia Faridpur Amnawan Mohiuddinpur Harbanspur Kasimpur Korawan Bardih Dhamauli

Frequently Asked Questions about Barai

Where is Barai located?
Barai village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Beshwak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barai is 2,927, with 1,529 males and 1,398 females.
How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 70.38%. The male literacy rate is 76.65%, while the female literacy rate is 63.52%.