Barhia - Sarmera, Nalanda
Barhia is a village situated in the Sarmera subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarmera and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Husaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhia is 244473. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 811104 pincode. Barbigha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhia
According to the 2011 Census, Barhia village had a total population of 4,160 people, including 2,170 males and 1,990 females, living in 715 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.17%, with male literacy at 66.99% and female literacy at 42.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,160.
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 | 4,160 | 2,170 | 1,990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 834 | 419 | 415 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,160 | 619 | 541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,173 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,325 | 997 | 1,328 |
Nearby Villages of Barhia
Barhia 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 Barhia
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbigha to Barhia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Barhia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Barhia
Where is Barhia located?
Barhia village is located in Sarmera Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhia is Husaina.
What is the pincode of Barhia?
The pincode of Barhia is 811104.
What is the population of Barhia?
Barhia had a total population of 4,160, including 2,170 males and 1,990 females.
How many households are there in Barhia?
Barhia had 715 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhia was 55.17%. Male literacy was 66.99% and female literacy was 42.03%.