Barai
About Barai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barai village is 008205. Barai village is located in Brahmaur tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 59km away from district headquarter Brahmaur. Brahmaur is the sub-district headquarter of Barai village. As per 2009 stats, Greema is the gram panchayat of Barai village.
The total geographical area of village is 216.07 hectares. Barai has a total population of 555 peoples, out of which male population is 276 while female population is 279. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1010 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barai village is 67.57% out of which 79.71% males and 55.56% females are literate. There are about 125 houses in barai village. Pincode of barai village locality is 176309.
When it comes to administration, Barai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barai village comes under Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to barai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barai
The population details of Barai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 276 | 279 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 507 | 253 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 220 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 56 | 124 |
Connectivity of Barai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barai
Where is Barai located?
Barai village is situated in Brahmaur Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Greema (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barai?
The pincode of Barai is 176309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barai is 555, with 276 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 67.57%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.