Barhari - Barhara, Purnia
Barhari is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Barahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhari is 223115. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Barhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banmankhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhari
As per Census 2011, Barhari village has a total population of 10,835 people, consisting of 5,702 males and 5,133 females. The village has 1,886 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,055 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,241 literate and 5,594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,835 | 5,702 | 5,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,055 | 1,070 | 985 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,158 | 605 | 553 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 252 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 5,241 | 3,049 | 2,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,594 | 2,653 | 2,941 |
Nearby Villages of Barhari
Barhari 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 Barhari
Barhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Barhari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Banmankhi to Barhari is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Barhari is about 49 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 Barhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhari 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhari 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barhari
Where is Barhari located?
Barhari village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhari is Barahara.
What is the pincode of Barhari?
The pincode of Barhari is 854203.
What is the population of Barhari?
Barhari has a total population of 10,835, including 5,702 males and 5,133 females.
How many households are there in Barhari?
There are 1,886 households in Barhari.
What is the literacy rate in Barhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhari is 48.37%. Male literacy is 53.47% and female literacy is 42.70%.