Borhi - Barhara, Purnia
Borhi is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Barahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borhi is 223111. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Borhi 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 Borhi
As per Census 2011, Borhi village has a total population of 99 people, consisting of 48 males and 51 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 59 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 28 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Borhi
Borhi 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 Borhi
Borhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Borhi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Borhi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Borhi is about 50 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 Borhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borhi 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 Borhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borhi 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 Borhi
Where is Borhi located?
Borhi village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Borhi is Barahara.
What is the pincode of Borhi?
The pincode of Borhi is 854203.
What is the population of Borhi?
Borhi has a total population of 99, including 48 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Borhi?
There are 17 households in Borhi.
What is the literacy rate in Borhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borhi is 40.40%. Male literacy is 41.67% and female literacy is 39.22%.