Barauli - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Barauli is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Barauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barauli is 187290. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.58 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Sikariganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barauli
According to the 2011 Census, Barauli village had a total population of 657 people, including 321 males and 336 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.27%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 67.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 321 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 37 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 237 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 84 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Barauli
Barauli 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 Barauli
Barauli 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikariganj to Barauli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Barauli is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barauli
Where is Barauli located?
Barauli village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barauli?
Barauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barauli?
The pincode of Barauli is 273211.
What is the population of Barauli?
Barauli had a total population of 657, including 321 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Barauli?
Barauli had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barauli was 75.27%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 67.02%.