Barap Village - Garhani, Bhojpur
Barap is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Barap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barap is 247545. The village covers a total geographical area of 488 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barap
As per Census 2011, Barap village has a total population of 3,676 people, consisting of 1,938 males and 1,738 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,962 literate and 1,714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barap are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,676 | 1,938 | 1,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 325 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 252 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 1,962 | 1,201 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,714 | 737 | 977 |
Nearby Villages of Barap
Barap 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 Barap
Barap is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barap.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Barap is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barap
Where is Barap located?
Barap village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barap?
Barap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barap?
The pincode of Barap is 802203.
What is the population of Barap?
Barap has a total population of 3,676, including 1,938 males and 1,738 females.
How many households are there in Barap?
There are 568 households in Barap.
What is the literacy rate in Barap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barap is 53.37%. Male literacy is 61.97% and female literacy is 43.79%.