Bairiya Kalan - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Bairiya Kalan is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Naurangia Done serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairiya Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairiya Kalan is 216182. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bairiya Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bairiya Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bairiya Kalan village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 341 males and 325 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 572 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairiya Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 341 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 292 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 162 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 179 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Bairiya Kalan
Bairiya Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barwa Dih | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Gobrahia | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Jhajhri | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Naurangia | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Dhayar | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Belatandi | East | 3.15 km |
| Betahni | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Bhulbhuliya | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Dokhni | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Gardi | North-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairiya Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bairiya Kalan. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bairiya Kalan is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bairiya Kalan is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairiya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairiya Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bairiya Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairiya Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairiya Kalan
Where is Bairiya Kalan located?
Bairiya Kalan village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairiya Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairiya Kalan is Naurangia Done.
What is the pincode of Bairiya Kalan?
The pincode of Bairiya Kalan is 845106.
What is the population of Bairiya Kalan?
Bairiya Kalan has a total population of 666, including 341 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Bairiya Kalan?
There are 135 households in Bairiya Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bairiya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairiya Kalan is 36.64%. Male literacy is 47.51% and female literacy is 25.23%.