Barahpur - Mokameh, Patna
Barahpur is a village situated in the Mokameh subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mokameh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Barahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahpur is 246566. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 803302 pincode. Mokameh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Barahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barahpur
As per Census 2011, Barahpur village has a total population of 6,962 people, consisting of 3,654 males and 3,308 females. The village has 1,129 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,210 literate and 3,752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 849 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,962 | 3,654 | 3,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,341 | 708 | 633 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 434 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,210 | 1,890 | 1,320 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,752 | 1,764 | 1,988 |
Nearby Villages of Barahpur
Barahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seonar | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Mor (part In Mokameh) | West | 2.82 km |
| Karara | South | 3.71 km |
| Sultanpur | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Kanhaipur | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Goshain Gaon | South-East | 6.27 km |
| Sarhan | West | 6.45 km |
| Daudpur Jiuri | South-West | 6.70 km |
| Diara Sultanpur | North | 6.93 km |
| Chaturbhujpur | West | 6.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barahpur
Barahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barhapur Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mokameh to Barahpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Barahpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barahpur
Where is Barahpur located?
Barahpur village is located in Mokameh Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahpur?
Barahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barahpur?
The pincode of Barahpur is 803302.
What is the population of Barahpur?
Barahpur has a total population of 6,962, including 3,654 males and 3,308 females.
How many households are there in Barahpur?
There are 1,129 households in Barahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Barahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahpur is 46.11%. Male literacy is 51.72% and female literacy is 39.90%.