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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Barauna Kalan village had a total population of 10,425 people, including 5,658 males and 4,767 females, living in 1,779 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.92%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 66.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,606.
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 | 10,425 | 5,658 | 4,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,587 | 825 | 762 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,606 | 876 | 730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 10,425, including 5,658 males and 4,767 females.
How many households are there in Barauna Kalan?
Barauna Kalan had 1,779 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barauna Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barauna Kalan was 75.92%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 66.44%.