Barahi Mohan - Purnahiya, Sheohar
Barahi Mohan is a village situated in the Purnahiya subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnahiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Barahi Jagdish serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barahi Mohan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahi Mohan is 218770. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.3 hectares and falls under the 843335 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barahi Mohan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barahi Mohan
According to the 2011 Census, Barahi Mohan village had a total population of 6,785 people, including 3,554 males and 3,231 females, living in 1,536 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.69%, with male literacy at 62.13% and female literacy at 48.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 913, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 6,785 | 3,554 | 3,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,242 | 615 | 627 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 476 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,087 | 1,826 | 1,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,698 | 1,728 | 1,970 |
Nearby Villages of Barahi Mohan
Barahi Mohan 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 Barahi Mohan
Barahi Mohan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barahi Mohan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitamarhi to Barahi Mohan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheohar to Barahi Mohan is about 26 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 Barahi Mohan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahi Mohan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barahi Mohan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahi Mohan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barahi Mohan
Where is Barahi Mohan located?
Barahi Mohan village is located in Purnahiya Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barahi Mohan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahi Mohan is Barahi Jagdish.
What is the pincode of Barahi Mohan?
The pincode of Barahi Mohan is 843335.
What is the population of Barahi Mohan?
Barahi Mohan had a total population of 6,785, including 3,554 males and 3,231 females.
How many households are there in Barahi Mohan?
Barahi Mohan had 1,536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barahi Mohan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahi Mohan was 55.69%. Male literacy was 62.13% and female literacy was 48.43%.