Bhirua - Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi, Darbhanga
Bhirua is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Bhindua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhirua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhirua is 227926. The village covers a total geographical area of 812 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhirua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhirua
As per Census 2011, Bhirua village has a total population of 9,354 people, consisting of 4,824 males and 4,530 females. The village has 1,740 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,099 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,530 literate and 5,824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 981 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhirua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,354 | 4,824 | 4,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,099 | 1,050 | 1,049 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 981 | 518 | 463 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,530 | 2,346 | 1,184 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,824 | 2,478 | 3,346 |
Nearby Villages of Bhirua
Bhirua 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 Bhirua
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhirua. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhirua.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Bhirua is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Bhirua is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhirua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhirua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhirua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhirua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhirua
Where is Bhirua located?
Bhirua village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhirua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhirua is Bhindua.
What is the pincode of Bhirua?
The pincode of Bhirua is 847203.
What is the population of Bhirua?
Bhirua has a total population of 9,354, including 4,824 males and 4,530 females.
How many households are there in Bhirua?
There are 1,740 households in Bhirua.
What is the literacy rate in Bhirua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhirua is 37.74%. Male literacy is 48.63% and female literacy is 26.14%.