Brahampur - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Brahampur is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Katassa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahampur is 226816. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 847307 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Brahampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brahampur
As per Census 2011, Brahampur village has a total population of 2,434 people, consisting of 1,184 males and 1,250 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 576 literate and 1,858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,009 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,434 | 1,184 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 270 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,009 | 503 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 324 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,858 | 860 | 998 |
Nearby Villages of Brahampur
Brahampur 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 Brahampur
Brahampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Brahampur is about 36 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 Brahampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brahampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Brahampur
Where is Brahampur located?
Brahampur village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahampur is Katassa.
What is the pincode of Brahampur?
The pincode of Brahampur is 847307.
What is the population of Brahampur?
Brahampur has a total population of 2,434, including 1,184 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Brahampur?
There are 514 households in Brahampur.
What is the literacy rate in Brahampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahampur is 23.66%. Male literacy is 27.36% and female literacy is 20.16%.