Barai - Kaimganj, Farrukhabad
Barai is a village situated in the Kaimganj tehsil of Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaimganj and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Farrukhabad. Barai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barai is 145951. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.31 hectares and falls under the 209745 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaimganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Farrukhabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barai
As per Census 2011, Barai village has a total population of 2,530 people, consisting of 1,350 males and 1,180 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,255 literate and 1,275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,530 | 1,350 | 1,180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 222 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,255 | 768 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,275 | 582 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Barai
Barai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dundaha | East | 1.08 km |
| Katri Champatpur | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Champatpur | South | 1.49 km |
| Ajijabad | North | 1.87 km |
| Chilsara | West | 2.17 km |
| Katri Gadiya Haibatpur | East | 2.33 km |
| Katri Dundha | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Velasarai Gaja | West | 2.97 km |
| Masoodpur Patti | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Gadiya Haibatpur | East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barai
Barai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shukharullapur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.3 km.
| 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 Shamshabad to Barai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Farrukhabad to Barai is about 24 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 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barai
Where is Barai located?
Barai village is located in Kaimganj Tehsil, Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
Barai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barai?
The pincode of Barai is 209745.
What is the population of Barai?
Barai has a total population of 2,530, including 1,350 males and 1,180 females.
How many households are there in Barai?
There are 404 households in Barai.
What is the literacy rate in Barai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barai is 49.60%. Male literacy is 56.89% and female literacy is 41.27%.