Barhampur - Ghoghardiha, Madhubani
Barhampur is a village situated in the Ghoghardiha subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghardiha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Brahmpur (n) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhampur is 220746. The village covers a total geographical area of 1742.6 hectares and falls under the 847108 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhampur
As per Census 2011, Barhampur village has a total population of 17,882 people, consisting of 9,079 males and 8,803 females. The village has 3,165 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,823 literate and 9,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,882 | 9,079 | 8,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,262 | 1,657 | 1,605 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,157 | 597 | 560 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 8,823 | 5,603 | 3,220 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,059 | 3,476 | 5,583 |
Nearby Villages of Barhampur
Barhampur 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 Barhampur
Barhampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barhampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Barhampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Barhampur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhampur 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 Barhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barhampur
Where is Barhampur located?
Barhampur village is located in Ghoghardiha Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhampur is Brahmpur (n).
What is the pincode of Barhampur?
The pincode of Barhampur is 847108.
What is the population of Barhampur?
Barhampur has a total population of 17,882, including 9,079 males and 8,803 females.
How many households are there in Barhampur?
There are 3,165 households in Barhampur.
What is the literacy rate in Barhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhampur is 49.34%. Male literacy is 61.71% and female literacy is 36.58%.