Barat - Meskaur, Nawada
Barat is a village situated in the Meskaur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meskaur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Barat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barat is 258249. The village covers a total geographical area of 776 hectares and falls under the 805103 pincode. Hisua is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barat
As per Census 2011, Barat village has a total population of 4,635 people, consisting of 2,391 males and 2,244 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,563 literate and 2,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,635 | 2,391 | 2,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 403 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 338 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,563 | 1,609 | 954 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,072 | 782 | 1,290 |
Nearby Villages of Barat
Barat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamui Pakariya | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Saraye | South | 1.78 km |
| Milki | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Kendua | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Sirampur | North | 2.46 km |
| Daulatpur | East | 2.91 km |
| Murehta Chak | South | 2.91 km |
| Repura Sirsa | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Maulanagar | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Chitarghatti | North-West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barat
Barat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tilaya, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hisua to Barat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Barat is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barat 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 Barat
Where is Barat located?
Barat village is located in Meskaur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barat?
Barat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barat?
The pincode of Barat is 805103.
What is the population of Barat?
Barat has a total population of 4,635, including 2,391 males and 2,244 females.
How many households are there in Barat?
There are 721 households in Barat.
What is the literacy rate in Barat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barat is 55.30%. Male literacy is 67.29% and female literacy is 42.51%.