Barai
Barai is a village located in Varanasi tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Varanasi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barai village. As per 2009 stats, Barai village is also a gram panchayat.
Barai has its own place in the vibrant Varanasi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barai is 209668. The village spans a total geographical area of 286.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 221007. Varanasi is nearest town to Barai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Barai
Below is a concise population overview of Barai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,798 | 2,528 | 2,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 370 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 394 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2,935 | 1,764 | 1,171 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 764 | 1,099 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barai village:
- The total population of Barai village is around 4,798, including approximately 2,528 males and 2,270 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 695 children aged 0–6 years in Barai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barai village has 765 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 67 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barai village is about 61.17%, with male literacy at 69.78% and female literacy at 51.59%.
- There are around 690 households in Barai village.
Connectivity of Barai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barai. As per the 2011 stats, Barai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barai
Knowing the nearby villages of Barai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barai
- Where is Barai located?
- Barai village is situated in Varanasi Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
- Barai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barai?
- The pincode of Barai is 221007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barai is 4,798, with 2,528 males and 2,270 females.
- How many households are there in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barai village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barai is 61.17%. The male literacy rate is 69.78%, while the female literacy rate is 51.59%.