Barah
Barah is a village located in Bikram subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bikram (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Barah village is also a gram panchayat.
Barah has its own place in the vibrant Patna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barah is 245589. The village spans a total geographical area of 600 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 801112. Bikram is nearest town to Barah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Barah
Population of Barah
Below is a concise population overview of Barah as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,364 | 3,917 | 3,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,188 | 601 | 587 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,667 | 872 | 795 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,586 | 2,764 | 1,822 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,778 | 1,153 | 1,625 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barah village:
- The total population of Barah village is around 7,364, including approximately 3,917 males and 3,447 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,188 children aged 0–6 years in Barah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barah village has 1,667 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barah village is about 62.28%, with male literacy at 70.56% and female literacy at 52.86%.
- There are around 1,104 households in Barah village.
Connectivity of Barah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barah. As per the 2011 stats, Barah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barah
Knowing the nearby villages of Barah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barah
- Where is Barah located?
- Barah village is situated in Bikram Subdivision, within the Patna district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barah?
- Barah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barah?
- The pincode of Barah is 801112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barah is 7,364, with 3,917 males and 3,447 females.
- How many households are there in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barah village has a total of 1,104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barah is 62.28%. The male literacy rate is 70.56%, while the female literacy rate is 52.86%.