Barahmasia - Sikti, Araria
Barahmasia is a village situated in the Sikti subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikti and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Dahagama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barahmasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahmasia is 221986. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 854332 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Barahmasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barahmasia
As per Census 2011, Barahmasia village has a total population of 2,725 people, consisting of 1,443 males and 1,282 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 1,746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barahmasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,725 | 1,443 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 306 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 293 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 648 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,746 | 795 | 951 |
Nearby Villages of Barahmasia
Barahmasia 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 Barahmasia
Barahmasia 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Barahmasia is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahmasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahmasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barahmasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahmasia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barahmasia
Where is Barahmasia located?
Barahmasia village is located in Sikti Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahmasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahmasia is Dahagama.
What is the pincode of Barahmasia?
The pincode of Barahmasia is 854332.
What is the population of Barahmasia?
Barahmasia has a total population of 2,725, including 1,443 males and 1,282 females.
How many households are there in Barahmasia?
There are 555 households in Barahmasia.
What is the literacy rate in Barahmasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahmasia is 35.93%. Male literacy is 44.91% and female literacy is 25.82%.