Barhampur - Chapra, Saran
Barhampur is a village situated in the Chapra subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chapra and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Fakuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhampur is 233608. The village covers a total geographical area of 652 hectares and falls under the 841301 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chapra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhampur
According to the 2011 Census, Barhampur village had a total population of 698 people, including 353 males and 345 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.12%, with male literacy at 92.49% and female literacy at 83.68%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 698 | 353 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 271 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 82 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Barhampur
Barhampur 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 Barhampur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barhampur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barhampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Barhampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Barhampur is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barhampur
Where is Barhampur located?
Barhampur village is located in Chapra Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhampur is Fakuli.
What is the pincode of Barhampur?
The pincode of Barhampur is 841301.
What is the population of Barhampur?
Barhampur had a total population of 698, including 353 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Barhampur?
Barhampur had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhampur was 88.12%. Male literacy was 92.49% and female literacy was 83.68%.