Barauti - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Barauti is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Barauti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barauti is 203398. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.93 hectares and falls under the 222129 pincode. Kerakat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barauti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kerakat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barauti
According to the 2011 Census, Barauti village had a total population of 756 people, including 338 males and 418 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,237 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.25%, with male literacy at 84.23% and female literacy at 63.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238.
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 | 756 | 338 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 106 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 235 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 103 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Barauti
Barauti 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 Barauti
Barauti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barauti.
| 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 Kerakat to Barauti is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Barauti is about 42 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 Barauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barauti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barauti 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barauti
Where is Barauti located?
Barauti village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barauti?
Barauti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barauti?
The pincode of Barauti is 222129.
What is the population of Barauti?
Barauti had a total population of 756, including 338 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Barauti?
Barauti had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barauti was 72.25%. Male literacy was 84.23% and female literacy was 63.11%.