Birahpura - Belaganj, Gaya
Birahpura is a village situated in the Belaganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belaganj and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sakir Bigha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birahpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birahpura is 254880. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 804403 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Birahpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birahpura
According to the 2011 Census, Birahpura village had a total population of 277 people, including 145 males and 132 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.78%, with male literacy at 46.36% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 277 | 145 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 51 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 94 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Birahpura
Birahpura 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 Birahpura
Birahpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Birahpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Birahpura is about 31 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 Birahpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birahpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birahpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birahpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Birahpura
Where is Birahpura located?
Birahpura village is located in Belaganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birahpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Birahpura is Sakir Bigha.
What is the pincode of Birahpura?
The pincode of Birahpura is 804403.
What is the population of Birahpura?
Birahpura had a total population of 277, including 145 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Birahpura?
Birahpura had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birahpura was 35.78%. Male literacy was 46.36% and female literacy was 25.00%.