Barheta - Mohanpur, Gaya
Barheta is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Khardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barheta is 257087. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Bodhgaya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barheta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barheta
According to the 2011 Census, Barheta village had a total population of 434 people, including 224 males and 210 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.46%, with male literacy at 31.07% and female literacy at 12.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 258.
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 | 434 | 224 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 137 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 55 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 169 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Barheta
Barheta 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 Barheta
Barheta 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodhgaya to Barheta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Barheta is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barheta 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barheta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barheta
Where is Barheta located?
Barheta village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Barheta is Khardih.
What is the pincode of Barheta?
The pincode of Barheta is 824232.
What is the population of Barheta?
Barheta had a total population of 434, including 224 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Barheta?
Barheta had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barheta was 22.46%. Male literacy was 31.07% and female literacy was 12.74%.