Barawad - Baraut, Baghpat
Barawad is a village situated in the Baraut tehsil of Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraut and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Baghpat. Barawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barawad is 119314. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.37 hectares and falls under the 250611 pincode. Baraut is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Barawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baraut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barawad
As per Census 2011, Barawad village has a total population of 3,766 people, consisting of 2,078 males and 1,688 females. The village has 641 households and a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males. There are 568 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,416 literate and 1,350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,766 | 2,078 | 1,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 336 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 258 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 2,416 | 1,528 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,350 | 550 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Barawad
Barawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur Poothi | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Arifpur Kheri | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Bari Nangla | South | 2.25 km |
| Hilwari | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Angadpur | North | 3.01 km |
| Mahakar | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Vazidpur | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Bijwara | East | 3.24 km |
| Johri | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Jahangarh Urf Doja | South | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barawad
Public transport in the Barawad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barka, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraut to Barawad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baghpat to Barawad is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barawad
Where is Barawad located?
Barawad village is located in Baraut Tehsil, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barawad?
Barawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barawad?
The pincode of Barawad is 250611.
What is the population of Barawad?
Barawad has a total population of 3,766, including 2,078 males and 1,688 females.
How many households are there in Barawad?
There are 641 households in Barawad.
What is the literacy rate in Barawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barawad is 64.15%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 52.61%.