Barhara - Ramgarh Chowk, Lakhisarai
Barhara is a village situated in the Ramgarh Chowk subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramgarh Chowk and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Surari Imam Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhara is 243729. The village covers a total geographical area of 322 hectares and falls under the 811107 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhara
As per Census 2011, Barhara village has a total population of 3,318 people, consisting of 1,741 males and 1,577 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 748 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,669 literate and 1,649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 688 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,318 | 1,741 | 1,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 748 | 381 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 364 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 1,669 | 996 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,649 | 745 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Barhara
Barhara 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 Barhara
Public transport in the Barhara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Barhara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Barhara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhara
Where is Barhara located?
Barhara village is located in Ramgarh Chowk Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhara is Surari Imam Nagar.
What is the pincode of Barhara?
The pincode of Barhara is 811107.
What is the population of Barhara?
Barhara has a total population of 3,318, including 1,741 males and 1,577 females.
How many households are there in Barhara?
There are 564 households in Barhara.
What is the literacy rate in Barhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhara is 50.30%. Male literacy is 57.21% and female literacy is 42.68%.