Barai
Barai is a village located in Birni subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Birni (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Keshodih is the gram panchayat of Barai village.
Here you can discover what makes Barai unique in its vibrant Birni-Giridih region. You’ll see Barai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barai is 352390. The village spans a total geographical area of 201 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825324. Giridih is nearest town to Barai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barai
Population of Barai
According to the 2011 Census, Barai has a total population of about 1,528, with approximately 787 males and 741 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 463 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.21%, with male literacy at about 65.44% and female literacy near 40.22%. There are around 250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,528 | 787 | 741 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 145 | 121 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 223 | 240 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 813 | 515 | 298 |
Illiterate Population | 715 | 272 | 443 |
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) |
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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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barai
- Where is Barai located?
- Barai village is situated in Birni Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Keshodih (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 825324, 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 1,528, with 787 males and 741 females.
- How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 53.21%. The male literacy rate is 65.44%, while the female literacy rate is 40.22%.