Baraich - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Baraich is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Baraich Pachmi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraich village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraich is 033666. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 142030 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Baraich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baraich
According to the 2011 Census, Baraich village had a total population of 985 people, including 508 males and 477 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.81%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 80.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 985 | 508 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 403 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 105 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Baraich
Baraich is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Baraich
Baraich is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Baraich.
| 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 Ludhiana to Baraich is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baraich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraich 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baraich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraich village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baraich
Where is Baraich located?
Baraich village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baraich?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraich is Baraich Pachmi.
What is the pincode of Baraich?
The pincode of Baraich is 142030.
What is the population of Baraich?
Baraich had a total population of 985, including 508 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Baraich?
Baraich had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baraich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraich was 84.81%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 80.80%.