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
As per Census 2011, Baraich village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 508 males and 477 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 748 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baraich are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 508 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| 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 has a total population of 985, including 508 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Baraich?
There are 192 households in Baraich.
What is the literacy rate in Baraich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraich is 75.94%. Male literacy is 79.33% and female literacy is 72.33%.