Baraya - Mundra, Kachchh
Baraya is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Khakhar Moti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraya is 507321. The village covers a total geographical area of 1241.16 hectares and falls under the 370415 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baraya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baraya
According to the 2011 Census, Baraya village had a total population of 930 people, including 524 males and 406 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 775 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.56%, with male literacy at 76.84% and female literacy at 54.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 930 | 524 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 90 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 345 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 179 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Baraya
Baraya 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 Baraya
Public transport in the Baraya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundra to Baraya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Baraya is about 40 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 Baraya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baraya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraya 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 Baraya
Where is Baraya located?
Baraya village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraya is Khakhar Moti.
What is the pincode of Baraya?
The pincode of Baraya is 370415.
What is the population of Baraya?
Baraya had a total population of 930, including 524 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Baraya?
Baraya had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baraya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraya was 67.56%. Male literacy was 76.84% and female literacy was 54.98%.