Barao - Piro, Bhojpur
Barao is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Baraon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barao village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barao is 247316. The village covers a total geographical area of 625 hectares and falls under the 802159 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barao
According to the 2011 Census, Barao village had a total population of 7,230 people, including 3,768 males and 3,462 females, living in 1,134 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.81%, with male literacy at 75.35% and female literacy at 46.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,181.
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 | 7,230 | 3,768 | 3,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,242 | 624 | 618 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,181 | 613 | 568 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,701 | 2,369 | 1,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,529 | 1,399 | 2,130 |
Nearby Villages of Barao
Barao 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 Barao
Barao is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barao.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Barao is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Barao 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 Barao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barao village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barao 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barao
Where is Barao located?
Barao village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barao?
The Gram Panchayat of Barao is Baraon.
What is the pincode of Barao?
The pincode of Barao is 802159.
What is the population of Barao?
Barao had a total population of 7,230, including 3,768 males and 3,462 females.
How many households are there in Barao?
Barao had 1,134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barao was 61.81%. Male literacy was 75.35% and female literacy was 46.84%.