Barayan - Charkhari, Mahoba
Barayan is a village situated in the Charkhari tehsil of Mahoba district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charkhari and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mahoba. Barayan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barayan is 154532. The village covers a total geographical area of 884.56 hectares and falls under the 210425 pincode. Kharela is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barayan
As per Census 2011, Barayan village has a total population of 2,413 people, consisting of 1,308 males and 1,105 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,446 literate and 967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barayan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,413 | 1,308 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 170 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 273 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 873 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 435 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Barayan
Barayan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aichana | South | 2.40 km |
| Kuwan | West | 3.56 km |
| Padora | South | 4.36 km |
| Baberi | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Ora | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Bari | South | 5.11 km |
| Husaina | North | 5.67 km |
| Tagari | North-East | 5.71 km |
| Pupwara | South-West | 6.16 km |
| Punniyan | West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barayan
Barayan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akora, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharela to Barayan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahoba to Barayan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barayan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barayan 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 Barayan
Where is Barayan located?
Barayan village is located in Charkhari Tehsil, Mahoba district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barayan?
Barayan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barayan?
The pincode of Barayan is 210425.
What is the population of Barayan?
Barayan has a total population of 2,413, including 1,308 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Barayan?
There are 410 households in Barayan.
What is the literacy rate in Barayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barayan is 59.93%. Male literacy is 66.74% and female literacy is 51.86%.