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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhait
According to the 2011 Census, Barhait village had a total population of 223 people, including 125 males and 98 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 784 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.92%, with male literacy at 98.18% and female literacy at 90.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 223 | 125 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 223, including 125 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Barhait?
Barhait had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhait was 94.92%. Male literacy was 98.18% and female literacy was 90.80%.