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
According to the 2011 Census, Barhai Khap village had a total population of 1,269 people, including 637 males and 632 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.77%, with male literacy at 45.02% and female literacy at 40.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 478.
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 | 1,269 | 637 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 115 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 242 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,269, including 637 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Barhai Khap?
Barhai Khap had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhai Khap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhai Khap was 42.77%. Male literacy was 45.02% and female literacy was 40.44%.