Barirai - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Barirai is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bareraei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barirai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barirai is 056070. The village covers a total geographical area of 1054.19 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barirai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barirai
As per Census 2011, Barirai village has a total population of 7,857 people, consisting of 4,070 males and 3,787 females. The village has 1,499 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,055 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,883 literate and 2,974 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 955 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barirai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,857 | 4,070 | 3,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,055 | 529 | 526 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 24 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 955 | 482 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 4,883 | 2,862 | 2,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,974 | 1,208 | 1,766 |
Nearby Villages of Barirai
Barirai 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 Barirai
Public transport in the Barirai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barirai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Barirai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Barirai is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barirai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barirai
Where is Barirai located?
Barirai village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barirai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barirai is Bareraei.
What is the pincode of Barirai?
The pincode of Barirai is 263152.
What is the population of Barirai?
Barirai has a total population of 7,857, including 4,070 males and 3,787 females.
How many households are there in Barirai?
There are 1,499 households in Barirai.
What is the literacy rate in Barirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barirai is 62.15%. Male literacy is 70.32% and female literacy is 53.37%.