Barhana - Itarhi, Buxar
Barhana is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Bijhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhana is 248684. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Barhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhana
According to the 2011 Census, Barhana village had a total population of 1,169 people, including 585 males and 584 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.61%, with male literacy at 87.47% and female literacy at 67.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 1,169 | 585 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 405 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 180 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Barhana
Barhana 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 Barhana
Barhana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Buxar to Barhana is about 23 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 Barhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhana
Where is Barhana located?
Barhana village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhana is Bijhaura.
What is the pincode of Barhana?
The pincode of Barhana is 802123.
What is the population of Barhana?
Barhana had a total population of 1,169, including 585 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Barhana?
Barhana had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhana was 77.61%. Male literacy was 87.47% and female literacy was 67.81%.