Barah
Barah is a village located in Harnaut subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Harnaut (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Brah is the gram panchayat of Barah village.
Barah has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Barah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barah is 244242. The village spans a total geographical area of 1697 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803110. Biharsharif is nearest town to Barah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Barah
Population of Barah
Below is a concise population overview of Barah as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,208 | 5,401 | 4,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,930 | 1,006 | 924 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,116 | 1,663 | 1,453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,389 | 2,781 | 1,608 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,819 | 2,620 | 3,199 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barah village:
- The total population of Barah village is around 10,208, including approximately 5,401 males and 4,807 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,930 children aged 0–6 years in Barah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barah village has 3,116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barah village is about 43.00%, with male literacy at 51.49% and female literacy at 33.45%.
- There are around 1,767 households in Barah village.
Connectivity of Barah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barah. As per the 2011 stats, Barah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barah
Knowing the nearby villages of Barah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barah
- Where is Barah located?
- Barah village is situated in Harnaut Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barah is Brah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barah?
- The pincode of Barah is 803110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barah is 10,208, with 5,401 males and 4,807 females.
- How many households are there in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barah village has a total of 1,767 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barah is 43.00%. The male literacy rate is 51.49%, while the female literacy rate is 33.45%.