Barah

Barah is a village located in Punpun subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Punpun (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Barah village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Barah unique in its vibrant Punpun-Patna region. You’ll see Barah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Barah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barah is 246126. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares. Patna is nearest town to Barah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Barah

According to the 2011 Census, Barah has a total population of about 1,067, with approximately 557 males and 510 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 200 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.73%, with male literacy at about 77.02% and female literacy near 61.76%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,067 557 510
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 153 75 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 200 108 92
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 744 429 315
Illiterate Population 323 128 195

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 Punpun 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 population of Barah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barah is 1,067, with 557 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barah village has a total of 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barah is 69.73%. The male literacy rate is 77.02%, while the female literacy rate is 61.76%.