Barri Bihta - Charaut, Sitamarhi
Barri Bihta is a village situated in the Charaut subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charaut and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Barri Behta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barri Bihta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barri Bihta is 219700. The village covers a total geographical area of 929 hectares and falls under the 843319 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barri Bihta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barri Bihta
According to the 2011 Census, Barri Bihta village had a total population of 5,836 people, including 3,048 males and 2,788 females, living in 1,468 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.70%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 64.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 652.
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 | 5,836 | 3,048 | 2,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 944 | 511 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 342 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,361 | 1,853 | 1,508 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,475 | 1,195 | 1,280 |
Nearby Villages of Barri Bihta
Barri Bihta 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 Barri Bihta
Barri Bihta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Barri Bihta is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Barri Bihta is about 35 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 Barri Bihta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barri Bihta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barri Bihta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barri Bihta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barri Bihta
Where is Barri Bihta located?
Barri Bihta village is located in Charaut Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barri Bihta?
The Gram Panchayat of Barri Bihta is Barri Behta.
What is the pincode of Barri Bihta?
The pincode of Barri Bihta is 843319.
What is the population of Barri Bihta?
Barri Bihta had a total population of 5,836, including 3,048 males and 2,788 females.
How many households are there in Barri Bihta?
Barri Bihta had 1,468 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barri Bihta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barri Bihta was 68.70%. Male literacy was 73.04% and female literacy was 64.03%.