Barua - Unnao
Barua is a village situated in the Unnao tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Unnao, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barua is 142357. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.92 hectares and falls under the 209860 pincode. Unnao is the nearest town.
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 Bhagwantnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Unnao Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barua
As per Census 2011, Barua village has a total population of 726 people, consisting of 368 males and 358 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 368 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 127 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 257 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 111 | 169 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharamau | West | 0.89 km |
| Sumraha | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Kharaoli | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Nibai Gair Ehatmali | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Ajabpur | North | 2.05 km |
| Kanpur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Badiya Khera | West | 2.68 km |
| Singha | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Sirsi | South | 2.79 km |
| Ranipur | North-East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barua
Public transport in the Barua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikauli Rawatpur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barua
Where is Barua located?
Barua village is located in Unnao Tehsil, Unnao 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 209860.
What is the population of Barua?
Barua has a total population of 726, including 368 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Barua?
There are 151 households in Barua.
What is the literacy rate in Barua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barua is 61.43%. Male literacy is 69.84% and female literacy is 52.79%.