Barhampura - Benipatti, Madhubani
Barhampura is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Barhampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhampura is 220320. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.9 hectares and falls under the 847223 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Barhampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhampura
According to the 2011 Census, Barhampura village had a total population of 4,340 people, including 2,270 males and 2,070 females, living in 764 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.06%, with male literacy at 75.40% and female literacy at 60.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 740, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,340 | 2,270 | 2,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 743 | 392 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 740 | 404 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,448 | 1,416 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,892 | 854 | 1,038 |
Nearby Villages of Barhampura
Barhampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumra | East | 1.61 km |
| Akuli | South | 1.97 km |
| Chatra | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Manpaur | North | 2.08 km |
| Ladaut | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Akaur | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Depura | South | 2.28 km |
| Chanpura | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Mahamadpur | West | 3.53 km |
| Adhwari | North-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barhampura
Barhampura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muraitha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Barhampura is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Barhampura is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barhampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhampura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhampura
Where is Barhampura located?
Barhampura village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barhampura?
Barhampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barhampura?
The pincode of Barhampura is 847223.
What is the population of Barhampura?
Barhampura had a total population of 4,340, including 2,270 males and 2,070 females.
How many households are there in Barhampura?
Barhampura had 764 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhampura was 68.06%. Male literacy was 75.40% and female literacy was 60.03%.