Barhai Khap - Imamganj, Gaya
Barhai Khap is a village situated in the Imamganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Imamganj and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Jhikatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhai Khap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhai Khap is 255954. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 824206 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barhai Khap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhai Khap
As per Census 2011, Barhai Khap village has a total population of 1,269 people, consisting of 637 males and 632 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhai Khap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 637 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 115 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 242 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 235 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 402 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Barhai Khap
Barhai Khap 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 Barhai Khap
Barhai Khap 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 Barhai Khap is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Barhai Khap is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhai Khap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhai Khap 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 Barhai Khap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhai Khap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barhai Khap
Where is Barhai Khap located?
Barhai Khap village is located in Imamganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhai Khap?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhai Khap is Jhikatiya.
What is the pincode of Barhai Khap?
The pincode of Barhai Khap is 824206.
What is the population of Barhai Khap?
Barhai Khap has a total population of 1,269, including 637 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Barhai Khap?
There are 213 households in Barhai Khap.
What is the literacy rate in Barhai Khap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhai Khap is 34.52%. Male literacy is 36.89% and female literacy is 32.12%.