Bairiya Khurd - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Bairiya Khurd is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Harna Tanr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairiya Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairiya Khurd is 216030. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.6 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bairiya Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bairiya Khurd
As per Census 2011, Bairiya Khurd village has a total population of 2,567 people, consisting of 1,359 males and 1,208 females. The village has 538 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 909 literate and 1,658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 615 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 797 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairiya Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,567 | 1,359 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 265 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 316 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 797 | 400 | 397 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 587 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,658 | 772 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Bairiya Khurd
Bairiya Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajoria | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Harnatanr | West | 1.44 km |
| Mahdewa | North | 1.83 km |
| Chhatraul | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Bairiya Kalan | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Pandarkhap | East | 2.26 km |
| Amolba | East | 2.31 km |
| Garkatti | South | 2.59 km |
| Bankatwa | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Bharchhi | South-East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairiya Khurd
Bairiya Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Bairiya Khurd is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bairiya Khurd is about 85 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairiya Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bairiya Khurd
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 Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bairiya Khurd
Where is Bairiya Khurd located?
Bairiya Khurd village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairiya Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairiya Khurd is Harna Tanr.
What is the pincode of Bairiya Khurd?
The pincode of Bairiya Khurd is 845105.
What is the population of Bairiya Khurd?
Bairiya Khurd has a total population of 2,567, including 1,359 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Bairiya Khurd?
There are 538 households in Bairiya Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Bairiya Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairiya Khurd is 35.41%. Male literacy is 43.19% and female literacy is 26.66%.