Barauli - Lundra, Surguja
Barauli is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Korandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barauli is 433431. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.19 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Barauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barauli
As per Census 2011, Barauli village has a total population of 233 people, consisting of 115 males and 118 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 115 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 115 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 70 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Barauli
Barauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarakela | South | 1.10 km |
| Korandha | North | 2.01 km |
| Riri | East | 2.28 km |
| Jamdih | West | 2.39 km |
| Rai Khurd | West | 2.58 km |
| Gersa | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Rai Kalan | West | 2.89 km |
| Urdara | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Pasena | North | 3.81 km |
| Patradih | West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barauli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barauli. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Barauli is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barauli
Where is Barauli located?
Barauli village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Barauli is Korandha.
What is the pincode of Barauli?
The pincode of Barauli is 497101.
What is the population of Barauli?
Barauli has a total population of 233, including 115 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Barauli?
There are 66 households in Barauli.
What is the literacy rate in Barauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barauli is 34.33%. Male literacy is 39.13% and female literacy is 29.66%.