Barai
Barai is a village located in Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Badarwas (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Barai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barai unique in its vibrant Badarwas-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Barai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barai is 456067. The village spans a total geographical area of 984.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 473885. Badarwas is nearest town to Barai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Barai
Population of Barai
According to the 2011 Census, Barai has a total population of about 2,687, with approximately 1,443 males and 1,244 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 421 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.16%, with male literacy at about 61.19% and female literacy near 35.21%. There are around 647 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,687 | 1,443 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 223 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 268 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 883 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,366 | 560 | 806 |
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barai
- Where is Barai located?
- Barai village is situated in Badarwas Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
- Barai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barai?
- The pincode of Barai is 473885, 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 2,687, with 1,443 males and 1,244 females.
- How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 647 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 49.16%. The male literacy rate is 61.19%, while the female literacy rate is 35.21%.