Barai - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Barai is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Lansdowne and around 145 km from Pauri. Barai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barai is 047691. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.76 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Barai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barai
As per Census 2011, Barai village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 89 males and 130 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,460 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 89 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 15 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Barai
Barai 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 Barai
Barai 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Barai is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Barai is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Barai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barai
Where is Barai located?
Barai village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barai?
Barai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barai?
The pincode of Barai is 246179.
What is the population of Barai?
Barai has a total population of 219, including 89 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Barai?
There are 56 households in Barai.
What is the literacy rate in Barai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barai is 67.12%. Male literacy is 83.15% and female literacy is 56.15%.