Barhouna

Barhouna is a village located in Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kharagpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Munger. As per 2009 stats, Barauhna is the gram panchayat of Barhouna village.

Barhouna has its own place in the vibrant Munger region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barhouna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barhouna is 242980. The village spans a total geographical area of 147 hectares. Kharagpur is nearest town to Barhouna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Barhouna

Below is a concise population overview of Barhouna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,573 1,900 1,673
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 681 360 321
Scheduled Castes (SC) 955 496 459
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,000 1,215 785
Illiterate Population 1,573 685 888

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barhouna village:

  • The total population of Barhouna village is around 3,573, including approximately 1,900 males and 1,673 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 681 children aged 0–6 years in Barhouna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barhouna village has 955 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barhouna village is about 55.98%, with male literacy at 63.95% and female literacy at 46.92%.
  • There are around 663 households in Barhouna village.

Connectivity of Barhouna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barhouna. As per the 2011 stats, Barhouna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barhouna

Knowing the nearby villages of Barhouna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barhouna.

Sadobh Kendua Kishunpur Bindi Nisahara Lohra Lachhmipur Harpur Dhapri Kabadpur Bagesri Shampur Madanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Barhouna

Where is Barhouna located?
Barhouna village is situated in Kharagpur Subdivision, within the Munger district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhouna?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhouna is Barauhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barhouna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barhouna is 3,573, with 1,900 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Barhouna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barhouna village has a total of 663 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhouna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barhouna is 55.98%. The male literacy rate is 63.95%, while the female literacy rate is 46.92%.