Barrai - Berasia, Bhopal
Barrai is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. Barrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barrai is 482183. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.08 hectares and falls under the 463111 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town.
Barrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barrai
According to the 2011 Census, Barrai village had a total population of 719 people, including 371 males and 348 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.76%, with male literacy at 74.75% and female literacy at 50.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 371 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 222 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 149 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Barrai
Barrai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipal Khedi | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Arrai Sardar Singh | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Arrai Rai Singh | South | 2.17 km |
| Hinotiya Piran | West | 2.40 km |
| Parsoriya | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Suhaya | North | 2.88 km |
| Barela Kheda | East | 2.88 km |
| Dungariya | South | 3.15 km |
| Parwaria | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Dohaya | North | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barrai
Public transport in the Barrai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salamatpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Barrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barrai
Where is Barrai located?
Barrai village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barrai?
Barrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barrai?
The pincode of Barrai is 463111.
What is the population of Barrai?
Barrai had a total population of 719, including 371 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Barrai?
Barrai had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barrai was 62.76%. Male literacy was 74.75% and female literacy was 50.52%.