Barai

Barai is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Bankalpur is the gram panchayat of Barai village.

Barai has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar 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 500268. The village spans a total geographical area of 271.26 hectares. Chanderi is nearest town to Barai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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 Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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 345 183 162
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 25 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 45 22 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 219 138 81
Illiterate Population 126 45 81

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

  • The total population of Barai village is around 345, including approximately 183 males and 162 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Barai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barai village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barai village is about 63.48%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 50.00%.
  • There are around 86 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available

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 Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Bankalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barai is 345, with 183 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 63.48%. The male literacy rate is 75.41%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.