Barsham - Madhepur, Madhubani
Barsham is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Barsam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barsham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barsham is 220889. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Barsham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barsham
According to the 2011 Census, Barsham village had a total population of 3,687 people, including 1,949 males and 1,738 females, living in 814 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.62%, with male literacy at 65.90% and female literacy at 46.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449, 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 | 3,687 | 1,949 | 1,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 330 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 232 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 1,067 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,938 | 882 | 1,056 |
Nearby Villages of Barsham
Barsham 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 Barsham
Barsham 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Barsham is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Barsham is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barsham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barsham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barsham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barsham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barsham
Where is Barsham located?
Barsham village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barsham?
The Gram Panchayat of Barsham is Barsam.
What is the pincode of Barsham?
The pincode of Barsham is 847408.
What is the population of Barsham?
Barsham had a total population of 3,687, including 1,949 males and 1,738 females.
How many households are there in Barsham?
Barsham had 814 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barsham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barsham was 56.62%. Male literacy was 65.90% and female literacy was 46.39%.