Barain - Sirauli Gauspur, Bara Banki
Barain is a village situated in the Sirauli Gauspur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirauli Gauspur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Barayeen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barain is 165030. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.15 hectares and falls under the 225415 pincode. Tikait Nagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Barain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barain
As per Census 2011, Barain village has a total population of 1,451 people, consisting of 761 males and 690 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 719 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,451 | 761 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 161 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 370 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 296 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 465 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Barain
Barain 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itahua Purab | North | 1.02 km |
| Dereraja | East | 1.04 km |
| Panapur | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Rampur Haraha | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Kasba Ichauli | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Nasim Pur | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Manpur | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Sarainetamau | South | 2.34 km |
| Chak Khyat | East | 2.40 km |
| Rahimapur Bajrangsingh | South-East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barain
Barain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daryabad, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tikait Nagar to Barain is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Barain is about 54 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 Barain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barain 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barain
Where is Barain located?
Barain village is located in Sirauli Gauspur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barain?
The Gram Panchayat of Barain is Barayeen.
What is the pincode of Barain?
The pincode of Barain is 225415.
What is the population of Barain?
Barain has a total population of 1,451, including 761 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Barain?
There are 268 households in Barain.
What is the literacy rate in Barain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barain is 32.25%. Male literacy is 38.90% and female literacy is 24.93%.