Barhait - Shambhuganj, Banka
Barhait is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kurma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhait village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhait is 240364. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barhait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhait
As per Census 2011, Barhait village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 125 males and 98 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 784 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhait are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 125 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 108 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Barhait
Barhait 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 Barhait
Barhait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Barhait is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Barhait is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhait village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barhait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhait 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barhait
Where is Barhait located?
Barhait village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhait?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhait is Kurma.
What is the pincode of Barhait?
The pincode of Barhait is 813211.
What is the population of Barhait?
Barhait has a total population of 223, including 125 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Barhait?
There are 47 households in Barhait.
What is the literacy rate in Barhait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhait is 83.86%. Male literacy is 86.40% and female literacy is 80.61%.