Chak Barai - Pindra, Varanasi
Chak Barai is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Barai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Barai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Barai is 208444. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.06 hectares and falls under the 221207 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chak Barai 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 Chak Barai
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Barai village had a total population of 32 people, including 18 males and 14 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.67%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 76.92%.
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 | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Barai
Chak Barai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barai | South-West | 0.62 km |
| Thatra | North-West | 0.79 km |
| Bikapur | South | 0.96 km |
| Tetua | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Bachaura | North | 1.23 km |
| Barzi | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Ahirani | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Ashwari | South | 2.06 km |
| Bhawanipur | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Harinathpur | West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Barai
Chak Barai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalispur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Varanasi to Chak Barai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Barai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Barai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Barai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Barai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Barai
Where is Chak Barai located?
Chak Barai village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Barai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Barai is Barai.
What is the pincode of Chak Barai?
The pincode of Chak Barai is 221207.
What is the population of Chak Barai?
Chak Barai had a total population of 32, including 18 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Chak Barai?
Chak Barai had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Barai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Barai was 86.67%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 76.92%.