Barah - Belchhi, Patna
Barah is a village situated in the Belchhi subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belchhi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Barah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barah is 246374. The village covers a total geographical area of 864 hectares and falls under the 803213 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barah
As per Census 2011, Barah village has a total population of 7,246 people, consisting of 3,790 males and 3,456 females. The village has 1,046 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,727 literate and 3,519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,584 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,246 | 3,790 | 3,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,197 | 588 | 609 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,584 | 841 | 743 |
| Literate Population | 3,727 | 2,323 | 1,404 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,519 | 1,467 | 2,052 |
Nearby Villages of Barah
Barah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikandra | North | 1.78 km |
| Dammar Khandha | West | 1.96 km |
| Fatehpur | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Gadanpura | East | 2.32 km |
| Nisani | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Jagdishpur | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Gonawan | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Harlochanpur | East | 2.69 km |
| Sawani | North | 2.71 km |
| Ahranwan | South | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barah. The nearest railway station is Athmal Gola, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Barah is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Barah is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barah 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barah 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barah
Where is Barah located?
Barah village is located in Belchhi Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barah?
Barah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barah?
The pincode of Barah is 803213.
What is the population of Barah?
Barah has a total population of 7,246, including 3,790 males and 3,456 females.
How many households are there in Barah?
There are 1,046 households in Barah.
What is the literacy rate in Barah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barah is 51.44%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 40.63%.