Barai

Barai is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barai village. As per 2009 stats, Barkoda is the gram panchayat of Barai village.

Barai has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol 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 501395. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.87 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Barai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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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 423 213 210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 27 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 81 42 39
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 114 57 57
Literate Population 219 138 81
Illiterate Population 204 75 129

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

  • The total population of Barai village is around 423, including approximately 213 males and 210 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Barai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barai village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 114 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barai village is about 51.77%, with male literacy at 64.79% and female literacy at 38.57%.
  • There are around 123 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barai

Where is Barai located?
Barai village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Barkoda (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 423, with 213 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 51.77%. The male literacy rate is 64.79%, while the female literacy rate is 38.57%.