Haraia - Barachatti, Gaya
Haraia is a village situated in the Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barachatti and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bumer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haraia is 257399. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 824201 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Haraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Haraia
According to the 2011 Census, Haraia village had a total population of 767 people, including 397 males and 370 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.11%, with male literacy at 45.34% and female literacy at 36.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 355.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 767 | 397 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 189 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 146 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 251 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Haraia
Haraia 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 Haraia
Haraia 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Haraia is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haraia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haraia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haraia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haraia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haraia
Where is Haraia located?
Haraia village is located in Barachatti Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Haraia is Bumer.
What is the pincode of Haraia?
The pincode of Haraia is 824201.
What is the population of Haraia?
Haraia had a total population of 767, including 397 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Haraia?
Haraia had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haraia was 41.11%. Male literacy was 45.34% and female literacy was 36.43%.