Bardaha - Narpatganj, Araria
Bardaha is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Badahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bardaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bardaha is 221506. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067 hectares and falls under the 854335 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bardaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bardaha
As per Census 2011, Bardaha village has a total population of 5,809 people, consisting of 3,000 males and 2,809 females. The village has 1,191 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,676 literate and 3,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bardaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,809 | 3,000 | 2,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,147 | 554 | 593 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 404 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,676 | 1,764 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,133 | 1,236 | 1,897 |
Nearby Villages of Bardaha
Bardaha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Belaganj | West | 2.00 km |
| Nathpur | East | 2.87 km |
| Madhopur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Partapnagar | South | 3.11 km |
| Jiwachhpur | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Mirdaul | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Rajganj | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Bhimpur | North | 3.74 km |
| Bhagwatpur | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Gobindpur Kalan | West | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bardaha
Bardaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Forbesganj to Bardaha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Bardaha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bardaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bardaha 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 Bardaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bardaha 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 Bardaha
Where is Bardaha located?
Bardaha village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bardaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bardaha is Badahara.
What is the pincode of Bardaha?
The pincode of Bardaha is 854335.
What is the population of Bardaha?
Bardaha has a total population of 5,809, including 3,000 males and 2,809 females.
How many households are there in Bardaha?
There are 1,191 households in Bardaha.
What is the literacy rate in Bardaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bardaha is 46.07%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 32.47%.