Bairia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Bairia is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bhitiharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairia is 216386. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bairia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bairia
According to the 2011 Census, Bairia village had a total population of 751 people, including 384 males and 367 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.28%, with male literacy at 48.21% and female literacy at 17.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 751 | 384 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 148 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 236 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Bairia
Bairia 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 Bairia
Bairia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bairia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Bairia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bairia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bairia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bairia
Where is Bairia located?
Bairia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bairia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairia is Bhitiharwa.
What is the pincode of Bairia?
The pincode of Bairia is 845455.
What is the population of Bairia?
Bairia had a total population of 751, including 384 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Bairia?
Bairia had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bairia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairia was 33.28%. Male literacy was 48.21% and female literacy was 17.69%.