Barauna Kalan - Bidhuna, Auraiya
Barauna Kalan is a village situated in the Bidhuna tehsil of Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bidhuna and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Auraiya. Barauna Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barauna Kalan is 148100. The village covers a total geographical area of 1664.66 hectares and falls under the 206252 pincode. Auraiya is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barauna Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bidhuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barauna Kalan
As per Census 2011, Barauna Kalan village has a total population of 10,425 people, consisting of 5,658 males and 4,767 females. The village has 1,779 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,587 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,710 literate and 3,715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barauna Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,425 | 5,658 | 4,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,587 | 825 | 762 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,606 | 876 | 730 |
| Literate Population | 6,710 | 4,049 | 2,661 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,715 | 1,609 | 2,106 |
Nearby Villages of Barauna Kalan
Barauna Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surajpur Umrain | North | 1.93 km |
| Turakpur Bakhshrai | North | 2.07 km |
| Shekhupur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Jhundahar | North | 2.54 km |
| Kalarpur | South | 2.61 km |
| Ballpur Rajpur | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Patna Airwa | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Barauna Khurd | North | 2.96 km |
| Brijrajpur | North | 3.05 km |
| Punawar | South-West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barauna Kalan
Barauna Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samhon, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Auraiya to Barauna Kalan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Auraiya to Barauna Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barauna Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barauna Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barauna Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barauna Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barauna Kalan
Where is Barauna Kalan located?
Barauna Kalan village is located in Bidhuna Tehsil, Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barauna Kalan?
Barauna Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barauna Kalan?
The pincode of Barauna Kalan is 206252.
What is the population of Barauna Kalan?
Barauna Kalan has a total population of 10,425, including 5,658 males and 4,767 females.
How many households are there in Barauna Kalan?
There are 1,779 households in Barauna Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Barauna Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barauna Kalan is 64.36%. Male literacy is 71.56% and female literacy is 55.82%.