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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barait
As per Census 2011, Barait village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 87 males and 76 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 34 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barait are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 163, including 87 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Barait?
There are 26 households in Barait.
What is the literacy rate in Barait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barait is 79.14%. Male literacy is 86.21% and female literacy is 71.05%.