Barhari - Purnia East, Purnia
Barhari is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Sikandarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhari is 223497. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhari
As per Census 2011, Barhari village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 770 males and 763 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 630 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 770 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 119 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 209 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 391 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 379 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Barhari
Barhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patilwa | North | 0.84 km |
| Mandarpur | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Dagarua | North | 1.44 km |
| Phasia | South | 1.62 km |
| Mohankunda | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Kochali | East | 2.05 km |
| Burail | South | 2.14 km |
| Mathdobh | North | 2.18 km |
| Barsauni | North | 2.72 km |
| Bagulabari | South-East | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barhari
Barhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purnia Jn, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Barhari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barhari
Where is Barhari located?
Barhari village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhari is Sikandarpur.
What is the pincode of Barhari?
The pincode of Barhari is 854301.
What is the population of Barhari?
Barhari has a total population of 1,533, including 770 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Barhari?
There are 313 households in Barhari.
What is the literacy rate in Barhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhari is 41.10%. Male literacy is 50.78% and female literacy is 31.32%.