Baraon Village - Nawanagar, Buxar
Baraon is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Giridhar Baraon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraon is 248827. The village covers a total geographical area of 1111 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Baraon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baraon
As per Census 2011, Baraon village has a total population of 11,473 people, consisting of 5,703 males and 5,770 females. The village has 1,794 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,944 literate and 5,529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 935 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baraon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,473 | 5,703 | 5,770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,236 | 1,138 | 1,098 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 491 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 5,944 | 3,561 | 2,383 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,529 | 2,142 | 3,387 |
Nearby Villages of Baraon
Baraon 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 Baraon
Baraon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Domraon to Baraon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Baraon is about 38 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 Baraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraon 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 Baraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Baraon
Where is Baraon located?
Baraon village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baraon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraon is Giridhar Baraon.
What is the pincode of Baraon?
The pincode of Baraon is 802129.
What is the population of Baraon?
Baraon has a total population of 11,473, including 5,703 males and 5,770 females.
How many households are there in Baraon?
There are 1,794 households in Baraon.
What is the literacy rate in Baraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraon is 51.81%. Male literacy is 62.44% and female literacy is 41.30%.