Barayan

Barayan is a village located in Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Marwah (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Choidraman is the gram panchayat of Barayan village.

Barayan has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Barayan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barayan is 004737. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182205. Kokernag is nearest town to Barayan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Barayan

Below is a concise population overview of Barayan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 761 392 369
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 167 87 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 352 217 135
Illiterate Population 409 175 234

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

  • The total population of Barayan village is around 761, including approximately 392 males and 369 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Barayan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Barayan village is about 46.25%, with male literacy at 55.36% and female literacy at 36.59%.
  • There are around 157 households in Barayan village.

Connectivity of Barayan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barayan. As per the 2011 stats, Barayan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barayan

Knowing the nearby villages of Barayan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barayan.

Margi Busmina Aftee Choye Draman Mungli Inshan Mulwarwan Nowgam Dharie Nopachi Yeerdu

Frequently Asked Questions about Barayan

Where is Barayan located?
Barayan village is situated in Marwah Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barayan is Choidraman (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barayan?
The pincode of Barayan is 182205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barayan is 761, with 392 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Barayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barayan village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barayan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barayan is 46.25%. The male literacy rate is 55.36%, while the female literacy rate is 36.59%.