Barhampur - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Barhampur is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Aurahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhampur is 227860. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 28 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 2,066 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 916 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 796 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 657 literate and 1,409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 868 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 | 2,066 | 1,150 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 256 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 868 | 486 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 657 | 513 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,409 | 637 | 772 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Barhampur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Barhampur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Barhampur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barhampur
Where is Barhampur located?
Barhampur village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhampur is Aurahi.
What is the pincode of Barhampur?
The pincode of Barhampur is 848213.
What is the population of Barhampur?
Barhampur has a total population of 2,066, including 1,150 males and 916 females.
How many households are there in Barhampur?
There are 420 households in Barhampur.
What is the literacy rate in Barhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhampur is 31.80%. Male literacy is 44.61% and female literacy is 15.72%.