Rahthua - Barhampur, Buxar
Rahthua is a village situated in the Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhampur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahthua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahthua is 248029. The village covers a total geographical area of 593 hectares and falls under the 802134 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Rahthua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rahthua
As per Census 2011, Rahthua village has a total population of 2,108 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,024 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,345 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahthua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,108 | 1,084 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 181 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 191 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,345 | 784 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 300 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Rahthua
Rahthua 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 Rahthua
Rahthua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Rahthua has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Rahthua is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Rahthua is about 33 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 Rahthua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahthua 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rahthua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahthua 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rahthua
Where is Rahthua located?
Rahthua village is located in Barhampur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahthua?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahthua is Kant.
What is the pincode of Rahthua?
The pincode of Rahthua is 802134.
What is the population of Rahthua?
Rahthua has a total population of 2,108, including 1,084 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Rahthua?
There are 280 households in Rahthua.
What is the literacy rate in Rahthua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahthua is 63.80%. Male literacy is 72.32% and female literacy is 54.79%.