Barain Kalan - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Barain Kalan is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Akdengwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barain Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barain Kalan is 177517. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.7 hectares and falls under the 272151 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barain Kalan 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 Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barain Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Barain Kalan village had a total population of 779 people, including 434 males and 345 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 795 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.29%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 49.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 779 | 434 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 255 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 179 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Barain Kalan
Barain Kalan 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 Barain Kalan
Barain Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Barain Kalan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Barain Kalan is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barain Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barain Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barain Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barain Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barain Kalan
Where is Barain Kalan located?
Barain Kalan village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barain Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barain Kalan is Akdengwa.
What is the pincode of Barain Kalan?
The pincode of Barain Kalan is 272151.
What is the population of Barain Kalan?
Barain Kalan had a total population of 779, including 434 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Barain Kalan?
Barain Kalan had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barain Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barain Kalan was 61.29%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 49.48%.