Barua - Jalalabad, Shahjahanpur
Barua is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalabad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Barua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barua is 134750. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.35 hectares and falls under the 242221 pincode.
Barua 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 Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barua
As per Census 2011, Barua village has a total population of 4,041 people, consisting of 2,253 males and 1,788 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 793 females per 1,000 males. There are 731 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,528 literate and 2,513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,041 | 2,253 | 1,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 731 | 392 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 322 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 976 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,513 | 1,277 | 1,236 |
Nearby Villages of Barua
Barua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuri | South | 1.52 km |
| Vichola T.pehna | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Ghazipur Bharatpur | West | 1.90 km |
| Kona Yaqoobpur | South | 2.13 km |
| Har Chachoura Urf Mohania | North | 2.16 km |
| Gulau | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Ramapura T.barua | East | 2.42 km |
| Majhola | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Naniura | North | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barua
Barua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Milakpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Barua is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barua 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barua
Where is Barua located?
Barua village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barua?
Barua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barua?
The pincode of Barua is 242221.
What is the population of Barua?
Barua has a total population of 4,041, including 2,253 males and 1,788 females.
How many households are there in Barua?
There are 755 households in Barua.
What is the literacy rate in Barua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barua is 37.81%. Male literacy is 43.32% and female literacy is 30.87%.