Bharahi - Phulparas, Madhubani
Bharahi is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bathnaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharahi is 220092. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 847409 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bharahi 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 Bharahi
As per Census 2011, Bharahi village has a total population of 1,389 people, consisting of 745 males and 644 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 935 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 745 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 122 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 553 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 192 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Bharahi
Bharahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahraha | South | 1.12 km |
| Mainaha | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Bathnaha | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Sisauni | South | 2.44 km |
| Siktiahi | North | 3.17 km |
| Bagha Kusmar | East | 3.30 km |
| Basaha | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Sarara | South | 3.52 km |
| Barail | North | 3.92 km |
| Bardahi Barhara | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharahi
Public transport in the Bharahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khutauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Bharahi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bharahi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bharahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharahi
Where is Bharahi located?
Bharahi village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharahi is Bathnaha.
What is the pincode of Bharahi?
The pincode of Bharahi is 847409.
What is the population of Bharahi?
Bharahi has a total population of 1,389, including 745 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Bharahi?
There are 272 households in Bharahi.
What is the literacy rate in Bharahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharahi is 67.31%. Male literacy is 74.23% and female literacy is 59.32%.