Barai

Barai is a village located in Nagrota Bagwan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from district headquarter Nagrota Bagwan. Nagrota Bagwan is the sub-district headquarter of Barai village. As per 2009 stats, Lilly is the gram panchayat of Barai village.

Barai has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 009948. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176056. Nagrota Bagwan is nearest town to Barai village for all major economic activities.

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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 1,202 612 590
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 125 69 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 64 31 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 929 507 422
Illiterate Population 273 105 168

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

  • The total population of Barai village is around 1,202, including approximately 612 males and 590 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Barai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barai village has 64 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barai village is about 77.29%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 71.53%.
  • There are around 267 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barai

Where is Barai located?
Barai village is situated in Nagrota Bagwan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Lilly (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 176056, 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 1,202, with 612 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 77.29%. The male literacy rate is 82.84%, while the female literacy rate is 71.53%.