Barai - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Barai is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Barai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barai is 456067. The village covers a total geographical area of 984.3 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Barai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barai
As per Census 2011, Barai village has a total population of 2,687 people, consisting of 1,443 males and 1,244 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,321 literate and 1,366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamor | North | 2.13 km |
| Khiriya | South | 2.15 km |
| Gudhal Jangir | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Dhuwai | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Semari Buzurg | West | 3.75 km |
| Sumela | South | 4.59 km |
| Garak Husani | West | 4.61 km |
| Dhamantook | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Deegod | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Enwara | North-East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barai
Barai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badarwas, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarwas to Barai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Barai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barai
Where is Barai located?
Barai village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
Barai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barai?
The pincode of Barai is 473885.
What is the population of Barai?
Barai has a total population of 2,687, including 1,443 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Barai?
There are 647 households in Barai.
What is the literacy rate in Barai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barai is 49.16%. Male literacy is 61.19% and female literacy is 35.21%.