Tirhuta - Babubarhi, Madhubani
Tirhuta is a village situated in the Babubarhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babubarhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Tirhuta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirhuta is 220144. The village covers a total geographical area of 661.3 hectares and falls under the 847224 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tirhuta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tirhuta
As per Census 2011, Tirhuta village has a total population of 6,881 people, consisting of 3,577 males and 3,304 females. The village has 1,352 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,793 literate and 4,088 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tirhuta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,881 | 3,577 | 3,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,290 | 662 | 628 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 221 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,793 | 1,803 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,088 | 1,774 | 2,314 |
Nearby Villages of Tirhuta
Tirhuta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bausi | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Chhaurahi | North | 2.31 km |
| Barhi | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Chandardih | West | 2.45 km |
| Murhadi | South | 3.17 km |
| Pirhi | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Dalokhar | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Dudahi | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Mahrajpur | West | 4.03 km |
| Chandar Gobraura | North-West | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tirhuta
Tirhuta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khajauli, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.3 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Tirhuta is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tirhuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirhuta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tirhuta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirhuta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tirhuta
Where is Tirhuta located?
Tirhuta village is located in Babubarhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirhuta?
Tirhuta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tirhuta?
The pincode of Tirhuta is 847224.
What is the population of Tirhuta?
Tirhuta has a total population of 6,881, including 3,577 males and 3,304 females.
How many households are there in Tirhuta?
There are 1,352 households in Tirhuta.
What is the literacy rate in Tirhuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirhuta is 40.59%. Male literacy is 50.41% and female literacy is 29.96%.