Bairia - Baisi, Purnia
Bairia is a village situated in the Baisi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Chandragama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairia is 224004. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bairia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bairia
As per Census 2011, Bairia village has a total population of 2,433 people, consisting of 1,289 males and 1,144 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 437 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 1,721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,433 | 1,289 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 224 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 164 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 29 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 470 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,721 | 819 | 902 |
Nearby Villages of Bairia
Bairia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bairia
Bairia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Bairia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bairia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairia
Where is Bairia located?
Bairia village is located in Baisi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairia is Chandragama.
What is the pincode of Bairia?
The pincode of Bairia is 854315.
What is the population of Bairia?
Bairia has a total population of 2,433, including 1,289 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Bairia?
There are 503 households in Bairia.
What is the literacy rate in Bairia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairia is 29.26%. Male literacy is 36.46% and female literacy is 21.15%.