Birai - Balesar, Jodhpur
Birai is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 67 km from Shergarh and around 82 km from Jodhpur. Birai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birai is 085360. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.7 hectares and falls under the 342306 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Birai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birai
According to the 2011 Census, Birai village had a total population of 1,669 people, including 864 males and 805 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.49%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 43.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 495, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 1,669 | 864 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 158 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 259 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 546 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 318 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Birai
Birai 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 Birai
Birai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Birai is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Birai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birai 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Birai
Where is Birai located?
Birai village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birai?
Birai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birai?
The pincode of Birai is 342306.
What is the population of Birai?
Birai had a total population of 1,669, including 864 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Birai?
Birai had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birai was 60.49%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 43.02%.