Barari - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Barari is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Bao Kaulapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barari is 038478. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 140117 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Barari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barari
According to the 2011 Census, Barari village had a total population of 1,040 people, including 549 males and 491 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.78%, with male literacy at 80.74% and female literacy at 70.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 1,040 | 549 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 126 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 394 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 155 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Barari
Barari 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 Barari
Barari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Barari is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barari
Where is Barari located?
Barari village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barari?
The Gram Panchayat of Barari is Bao Kaulapur.
What is the pincode of Barari?
The pincode of Barari is 140117.
What is the population of Barari?
Barari had a total population of 1,040, including 549 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Barari?
Barari had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barari was 75.78%. Male literacy was 80.74% and female literacy was 70.25%.