Bardahia - Marhaura, Saran
Bardahia is a village situated in the Marhaura subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marhaura and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bardahia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bardahia is 233830. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 841419 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bardahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bardahia
As per Census 2011, Bardahia village has a total population of 5,792 people, consisting of 2,907 males and 2,885 females. The village has 863 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 954 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,069 literate and 2,723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 690 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bardahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,792 | 2,907 | 2,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 954 | 470 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 690 | 322 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,069 | 1,816 | 1,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,723 | 1,091 | 1,632 |
Nearby Villages of Bardahia
Bardahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Chak | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Sihoria | North | 1.25 km |
| Asoia | West | 1.27 km |
| Kasimpur | East | 1.44 km |
| Baidapur | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Gheyaspur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Tehti | North | 2.29 km |
| Rasulpur | East | 2.41 km |
| Mirzapur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Bhalui | South | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bardahia
Bardahia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tejpurwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Bardahia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Bardahia is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bardahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bardahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bardahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bardahia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bardahia
Where is Bardahia located?
Bardahia village is located in Marhaura Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bardahia?
Bardahia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bardahia?
The pincode of Bardahia is 841419.
What is the population of Bardahia?
Bardahia has a total population of 5,792, including 2,907 males and 2,885 females.
How many households are there in Bardahia?
There are 863 households in Bardahia.
What is the literacy rate in Bardahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bardahia is 52.99%. Male literacy is 62.47% and female literacy is 43.43%.