Baraili - Dagarua, Purnia
Baraili is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Tauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraili is 224214. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Baraili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baraili
According to the 2011 Census, Baraili village had a total population of 1,312 people, including 693 males and 619 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.39%, with male literacy at 64.79% and female literacy at 51.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,312 | 693 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 368 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 325 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Baraili
Baraili is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Baraili
Baraili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Baraili.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Purnia to Baraili is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baraili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baraili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Baraili
Where is Baraili located?
Baraili village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baraili?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraili is Tauli.
What is the pincode of Baraili?
The pincode of Baraili is 854326.
What is the population of Baraili?
Baraili had a total population of 1,312, including 693 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Baraili?
Baraili had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baraili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraili was 58.39%. Male literacy was 64.79% and female literacy was 51.10%.