Barani - Rajatalab, Varanasi
Barani is a village situated in the Rajatalab tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. Barani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barani is 209080. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.74 hectares and falls under the 221403 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Barani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sevapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Varanasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barani
As per Census 2011, Barani village has a total population of 2,052 people, consisting of 1,055 males and 997 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,354 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,052 | 1,055 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 131 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 170 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,354 | 779 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 276 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Barani
Barani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khargu Pur | South | 0.70 km |
| Pachwar | West | 1.05 km |
| Raishipur Sattanpur | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Maniyari Pur | East | 1.10 km |
| Marcha Chak | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Ratan Pur | South | 1.28 km |
| Kama Pur | South | 1.36 km |
| Beshupur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Khamauna | North | 1.61 km |
| Govindpur | South-East | 1.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barani
Barani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sewapuri, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Barani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barani
Where is Barani located?
Barani village is located in Rajatalab Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barani?
Barani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barani?
The pincode of Barani is 221403.
What is the population of Barani?
Barani has a total population of 2,052, including 1,055 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Barani?
There are 325 households in Barani.
What is the literacy rate in Barani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barani is 65.98%. Male literacy is 73.84% and female literacy is 57.67%.