Barai - Rudauli, Ayodhya
Barai is a village situated in the Rudauli tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Rudauli and around 51 km from Faizabad. Kaithi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barai is 165667. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.24 hectares and falls under the 224116 pincode. Rudauli is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Barai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barai
According to the 2011 Census, Barai village had a total population of 758 people, including 403 males and 355 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.37%, with male literacy at 64.01% and female literacy at 45.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353.
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 | 758 | 403 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 178 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 217 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 186 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Barai
Barai 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 Barai
Barai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudauli to Barai is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Faizabad to Barai is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barai 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 Barai
Where is Barai located?
Barai village is located in Rudauli Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai is Kaithi.
What is the pincode of Barai?
The pincode of Barai is 224116.
What is the population of Barai?
Barai had a total population of 758, including 403 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Barai?
Barai had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barai was 55.37%. Male literacy was 64.01% and female literacy was 45.72%.