Barait - Pati, Champawat
Barait is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Railmel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barait village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barait is 054055. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.77 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Barait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Barait
According to the 2011 Census, Barait village had a total population of 163 people, including 87 males and 76 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.49%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 75 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Barait
Barait 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 Barait
Barait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Barait is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Barait is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barait village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barait 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 Barait
Where is Barait located?
Barait village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barait?
The Gram Panchayat of Barait is Railmel.
What is the pincode of Barait?
The pincode of Barait is 262561.
What is the population of Barait?
Barait had a total population of 163, including 87 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Barait?
Barait had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barait was 91.49%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.82%.