Barhi - Phulparas, Madhubani
Barhi is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bathnaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhi is 220101. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.6 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Barhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laukaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhi
According to the 2011 Census, Barhi village had a total population of 6,279 people, including 3,252 males and 3,027 females, living in 1,298 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.44%, with male literacy at 77.32% and female literacy at 42.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 765.
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 | 6,279 | 3,252 | 3,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,112 | 576 | 536 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 379 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,123 | 2,069 | 1,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,156 | 1,183 | 1,973 |
Nearby Villages of Barhi
Barhi 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 Barhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Barhi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Barhi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhi
Where is Barhi located?
Barhi village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhi is Bathnaha.
What is the pincode of Barhi?
The pincode of Barhi is 847402.
What is the population of Barhi?
Barhi had a total population of 6,279, including 3,252 males and 3,027 females.
How many households are there in Barhi?
Barhi had 1,298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhi was 60.44%. Male literacy was 77.32% and female literacy was 42.31%.