Bahera - Balumath, Latehar
Bahera is a village situated in the Balumath subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. Basiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahera is 367405. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.77 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode.
Bahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahera
According to the 2011 Census, Bahera village had a total population of 281 people, including 146 males and 135 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 78.90% and female literacy at 48.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 281 | 146 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 86 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 60 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bahera
Bahera 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 Bahera
Bahera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Bahera is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bahera
Where is Bahera located?
Bahera village is located in Balumath Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahera is Basiya.
What is the pincode of Bahera?
The pincode of Bahera is 829202.
What is the population of Bahera?
Bahera had a total population of 281, including 146 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Bahera?
Bahera had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahera was 63.89%. Male literacy was 78.90% and female literacy was 48.60%.