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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Barhi village has a total population of 6,279 people, consisting of 3,252 males and 3,027 females. The village has 1,298 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,123 literate and 3,156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhi are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 6,279, including 3,252 males and 3,027 females.
How many households are there in Barhi?
There are 1,298 households in Barhi.
What is the literacy rate in Barhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhi is 49.74%. Male literacy is 63.62% and female literacy is 34.82%.