Babura - Barhara, Bhojpur
Babura is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Babura West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babura is 246885. The village covers a total geographical area of 1842 hectares and falls under the 802163 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Babura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babura
As per Census 2011, Babura village has a total population of 28,412 people, consisting of 14,972 males and 13,440 females. The village has 4,291 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,841 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,598 literate and 12,814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,412 | 14,972 | 13,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,841 | 2,499 | 2,342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,840 | 1,514 | 1,326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 17 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 15,598 | 9,488 | 6,110 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,814 | 5,484 | 7,330 |
Nearby Villages of Babura
Babura 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 Babura
Babura 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 | 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 Arrah to Babura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Babura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Babura
Where is Babura located?
Babura village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babura?
The Gram Panchayat of Babura is Babura West.
What is the pincode of Babura?
The pincode of Babura is 802163.
What is the population of Babura?
Babura has a total population of 28,412, including 14,972 males and 13,440 females.
How many households are there in Babura?
There are 4,291 households in Babura.
What is the literacy rate in Babura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babura is 54.90%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 45.46%.