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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Barua village had a total population of 726 people, including 368 males and 358 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.82%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 62.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 726 | 368 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 127 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 726, including 368 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Barua?
Barua had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barua was 71.82%. Male literacy was 80.56% and female literacy was 62.58%.