Barayal - Utraula, Balrampur
Barayal is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Barayal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barayal is 173897. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.67 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Barayal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barayal
As per Census 2011, Barayal village has a total population of 744 people, consisting of 351 males and 393 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 314 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barayal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 351 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 208 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 143 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Barayal
Barayal 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 Barayal
Barayal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Utraula to Barayal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Barayal is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barayal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barayal 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 Barayal
Where is Barayal located?
Barayal village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barayal?
Barayal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barayal?
The pincode of Barayal is 271306.
What is the population of Barayal?
Barayal has a total population of 744, including 351 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Barayal?
There are 119 households in Barayal.
What is the literacy rate in Barayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barayal is 57.80%. Male literacy is 59.26% and female literacy is 56.49%.