Baraich
Baraich is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Baraich village is also a gram panchayat.
Baraich has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Baraich
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baraich is 033666. The village spans a total geographical area of 347 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141110. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to Baraich village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Baraich village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Baraich
Population of Baraich
Below is a concise population overview of Baraich as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 748 | 403 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 105 | 132 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baraich village:
- The total population of Baraich village is around 985, including approximately 508 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Baraich village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baraich village has 174 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Baraich village is about 75.94%, with male literacy at 79.33% and female literacy at 72.33%.
- There are around 192 households in Baraich village.
Connectivity of Baraich
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baraich. As per the 2011 stats, Baraich 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 Baraich
Knowing the nearby villages of Baraich helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baraich.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baraich
- Where is Baraich located?
- Baraich village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baraich?
- Baraich serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Baraich?
- The pincode of Baraich is 141110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baraich as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baraich is 985, with 508 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Baraich as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baraich village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baraich as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baraich is 75.94%. The male literacy rate is 79.33%, while the female literacy rate is 72.33%.