Baraiya - Belonia, South Tripura
Baraiya is a village situated in the Belonia subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 18 km from Rajnagar and around 90 km from Udaipur. Ekinpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraiya is 272264. The village covers a total geographical area of 660 hectares and falls under the 799157 pincode. Belonia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baraiya
As per Census 2011, Baraiya village has a total population of 2,176 people, consisting of 1,146 males and 1,030 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,747 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baraiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,176 | 1,146 | 1,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 107 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 86 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,747 | 980 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 166 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Baraiya
Baraiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Srirampur | North | 2.72 km |
| Tebaria | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Uttar Srirampur | North | 6.07 km |
| Bhairabnagar | North-West | 6.84 km |
| Siddhinagar | North-West | 10.10 km |
| Kamalpur | North | 10.35 km |
| Paschim Anandapur | North-West | 12.72 km |
| Krishnanagar | East | 14.45 km |
| Haripur | East | 14.65 km |
| Hrishyamukh | North-East | 14.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baraiya
Public transport in the Baraiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belonia to Baraiya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Baraiya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Baraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraiya 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 Baraiya
Where is Baraiya located?
Baraiya village is located in Belonia Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraiya is Ekinpur.
What is the pincode of Baraiya?
The pincode of Baraiya is 799157.
What is the population of Baraiya?
Baraiya has a total population of 2,176, including 1,146 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Baraiya?
There are 510 households in Baraiya.
What is the literacy rate in Baraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraiya is 80.28%. Male literacy is 85.51% and female literacy is 74.47%.