Barua - Dighwara, Saran
Barua is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Barua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barua is 234442. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.4 hectares and falls under the 841221 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barua
As per Census 2011, Barua village has a total population of 5,938 people, consisting of 3,132 males and 2,806 females. The village has 1,056 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 848 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,840 literate and 2,098 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,938 | 3,132 | 2,806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 848 | 448 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 228 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,840 | 2,308 | 1,532 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,098 | 824 | 1,274 |
Nearby Villages of Barua
Barua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipra Salehpur | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Kesarpur | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Malkha Chak | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Ramdaas Chak | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Pharhada | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Kanakpur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Ahiman Patti | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Ismaila | East | 2.19 km |
| Ghurhu Kothia | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Kakaria | South-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barua
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barua. The nearest railway station is Sitalpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Barua is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Barua is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barua 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barua
Where is Barua located?
Barua village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barua?
Barua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barua?
The pincode of Barua is 841221.
What is the population of Barua?
Barua has a total population of 5,938, including 3,132 males and 2,806 females.
How many households are there in Barua?
There are 1,056 households in Barua.
What is the literacy rate in Barua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barua is 64.67%. Male literacy is 73.69% and female literacy is 54.60%.