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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Babura
According to the 2011 Census, Babura village had a total population of 28,412 people, including 14,972 males and 13,440 females, living in 4,291 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.17%, with male literacy at 76.07% and female literacy at 55.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,840, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 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 had a total population of 28,412, including 14,972 males and 13,440 females.
How many households are there in Babura?
Babura had 4,291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babura was 66.17%. Male literacy was 76.07% and female literacy was 55.05%.