Baraipur - Pindra, Varanasi
Baraipur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Bhatapurwakhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraipur is 208683. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.43 hectares and falls under the 221208 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Baraipur 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 Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baraipur
According to the 2011 Census, Baraipur village had a total population of 412 people, including 208 males and 204 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.18%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 54.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 412 | 208 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 120 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 88 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Baraipur
Baraipur 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 Baraipur
Baraipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Baraipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Baraipur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Baraipur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baraipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baraipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baraipur
Where is Baraipur located?
Baraipur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baraipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraipur is Bhatapurwakhurd.
What is the pincode of Baraipur?
The pincode of Baraipur is 221208.
What is the population of Baraipur?
Baraipur had a total population of 412, including 208 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Baraipur?
Baraipur had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baraipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraipur was 64.18%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 54.91%.