Barai - Karahal, Sheopur
Barai is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Ranipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barai is 451917. The village covers a total geographical area of 463 hectares and falls under the 476337 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Barai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Barai
Barai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahron (badh) | South | 1.77 km |
| Ranipura Mafi | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Morai | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Khirkhiri | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Maharbani | West | 3.23 km |
| Kanar Kheda | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Kateela | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Gajhet | East | 5.61 km |
| Para | East | 5.93 km |
| Bankuri | North-East | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barai
The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheopur to Barai is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Barai
Where is Barai located?
Barai village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Ranipura.
What is the pincode of Barai?
The pincode of Barai is 476337.