Barma - Gurua, Gaya
Barma is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Barma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barma is 255711. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barma
According to the 2011 Census, Barma village had a total population of 2,482 people, including 1,314 males and 1,168 females, living in 395 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.67%, with male literacy at 74.54% and female literacy at 53.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,055.
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 | 2,482 | 1,314 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 238 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,055 | 547 | 508 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 802 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,162 | 512 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Barma
Barma 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 Barma
Barma 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 Barma is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Barma is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barma 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 Barma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barma 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 Barma
Where is Barma located?
Barma village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barma?
Barma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barma?
The pincode of Barma is 804405.
What is the population of Barma?
Barma had a total population of 2,482, including 1,314 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Barma?
Barma had 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barma was 64.67%. Male literacy was 74.54% and female literacy was 53.68%.