Barai Gondaha - Colonelganj, Gonda
Barai Gondaha is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Barui Gondaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barai Gondaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barai Gondaha is 174819. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.77 hectares and falls under the 271125 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barai Gondaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barai Gondaha
As per Census 2011, Barai Gondaha village has a total population of 2,568 people, consisting of 1,364 males and 1,204 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,277 literate and 1,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barai Gondaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,568 | 1,364 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 229 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 206 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 845 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,291 | 519 | 772 |
Nearby Villages of Barai Gondaha
Barai Gondaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohasa | East | 1.79 km |
| Nakahi | South | 1.81 km |
| Bhairampur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Gandahi | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Kaithouli | South | 2.28 km |
| Ashokpur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Chhitnapur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Khanpur | South | 2.98 km |
| Banjariya | East | 2.99 km |
| Bamdera | South-West | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barai Gondaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barai Gondaha. The nearest railway station is Kathola, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 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 Gonda to Barai Gondaha is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barai Gondaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barai Gondaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barai Gondaha
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 Gondaha 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 Gondaha
Where is Barai Gondaha located?
Barai Gondaha village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai Gondaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Barai Gondaha is Barui Gondaha.
What is the pincode of Barai Gondaha?
The pincode of Barai Gondaha is 271125.
What is the population of Barai Gondaha?
Barai Gondaha has a total population of 2,568, including 1,364 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Barai Gondaha?
There are 363 households in Barai Gondaha.
What is the literacy rate in Barai Gondaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barai Gondaha is 49.73%. Male literacy is 61.95% and female literacy is 35.88%.