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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Barirai village had a total population of 7,857 people, including 4,070 males and 3,787 females, living in 1,499 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 61.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 955.
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 | 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 had a total population of 7,857, including 4,070 males and 3,787 females.
How many households are there in Barirai?
Barirai had 1,499 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barirai was 71.79%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 61.97%.