Barah - Bikram, Patna
Barah is a village situated in the Bikram subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bikram and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Brah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barah is 245589. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 801104 pincode. Bikram is the nearest town, located about 10 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 7,364 people, consisting of 3,917 males and 3,447 females. The village has 1,104 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,586 literate and 2,778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barah are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Berar | West | 1.39 km |
| Patut | East | 1.85 km |
| Pakrandha | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Janpara | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Dullahpur | South | 2.81 km |
| Donrapur | South | 2.86 km |
| Birdhaur | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Babhan Lai | North | 3.38 km |
| Hathsar | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Baghakol | East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barah
Barah is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Block Cabin Chakki, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikram to Barah is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Barah is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Barah
Where is Barah located?
Barah village is located in Bikram Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barah?
The Gram Panchayat of Barah is Brah.
What is the pincode of Barah?
The pincode of Barah is 801104.
What is the population of Barah?
Barah has a total population of 7,364, including 3,917 males and 3,447 females.
How many households are there in Barah?
There are 1,104 households in Barah.
What is the literacy rate in Barah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barah is 62.28%. Male literacy is 70.56% and female literacy is 52.86%.