Barhampur - Jale, Darbhanga
Barhampur is a village situated in the Jale subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jale and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Brahmapur West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhampur is 226760. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164 hectares and falls under the 847307 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhampur
As per Census 2011, Barhampur village has a total population of 13,146 people, consisting of 6,585 males and 6,561 females. The village has 2,941 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,027 literate and 7,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,933 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,146 | 6,585 | 6,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,493 | 1,274 | 1,219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,933 | 1,003 | 930 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,027 | 3,456 | 2,571 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,119 | 3,129 | 3,990 |
Nearby Villages of Barhampur
Barhampur 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 Barhampur
Barhampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Barhampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Barhampur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhampur 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 Barhampur
Where is Barhampur located?
Barhampur village is located in Jale Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhampur is Brahmapur West.
What is the pincode of Barhampur?
The pincode of Barhampur is 847307.
What is the population of Barhampur?
Barhampur has a total population of 13,146, including 6,585 males and 6,561 females.
How many households are there in Barhampur?
There are 2,941 households in Barhampur.
What is the literacy rate in Barhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhampur is 45.85%. Male literacy is 52.48% and female literacy is 39.19%.