Barahi - Goh, Aurangabad
Barahi is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Chapuk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahi is 252856. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 824129 pincode. Daud Nagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Barahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barahi
According to the 2011 Census, Barahi village had a total population of 841 people, including 433 males and 408 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.67%, with male literacy at 90.26% and female literacy at 72.67%.
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 | 841 | 433 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 315 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 118 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Barahi
Barahi 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 Barahi
Barahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daud Nagar to Barahi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Barahi is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahi 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 Barahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barahi
Where is Barahi located?
Barahi village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahi is Chapuk.
What is the pincode of Barahi?
The pincode of Barahi is 824129.
What is the population of Barahi?
Barahi had a total population of 841, including 433 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Barahi?
Barahi had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahi was 81.67%. Male literacy was 90.26% and female literacy was 72.67%.