Barai
About Barai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barai village is 368441. Barai village is located in Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnugarh (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Barayan is the gram panchayat of Barai village.
The total geographical area of village is 854.81 hectares. Barai has a total population of 8,159 peoples, out of which male population is 4,119 while female population is 4,040. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 980 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barai village is 51.92% out of which 63.95% males and 39.65% females are literate. There are about 1,434 houses in barai village. Pincode of barai village locality is 825312.
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 Mandhu Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency. Bishungarh 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 | 8,159 | 4,119 | 4,040 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,516 | 800 | 716 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 388 | 189 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,236 | 2,634 | 1,602 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,923 | 1,485 | 2,438 |
Connectivity of Barai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Bishungarh Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Barayan (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 825312, 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 8,159, with 4,119 males and 4,040 females.
How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 1,434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 51.92%. The male literacy rate is 63.95%, while the female literacy rate is 39.65%.