Baraha - Dumaria, Gaya
Baraha is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chhakarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraha is 256265. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Baraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baraha
As per Census 2011, Baraha village has a total population of 2,037 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 922 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 804 literate and 1,233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 700 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,037 | 1,115 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 173 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 700 | 378 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 574 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 541 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Baraha
Baraha 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 Baraha
Baraha 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 Sherghati to Baraha is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Baraha is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baraha
Where is Baraha located?
Baraha village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraha is Chhakarbandha.
What is the pincode of Baraha?
The pincode of Baraha is 824221.
What is the population of Baraha?
Baraha has a total population of 2,037, including 1,115 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Baraha?
There are 286 households in Baraha.
What is the literacy rate in Baraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraha is 39.47%. Male literacy is 51.48% and female literacy is 24.95%.