Bahera - Hussainabad, Palamu
Bahera is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hussainabad and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Medninagar. Choukri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahera is 365011. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.01 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Bahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahera
According to the 2011 Census, Bahera village had a total population of 187 people, including 100 males and 87 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.44%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 53.73%.
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 | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 63 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 37 | 51 |
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 1-2 km of the village. Bahera has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medninagar to Bahera is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahera
Where is Bahera located?
Bahera village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahera is Choukri.
What is the pincode of Bahera?
The pincode of Bahera is 822116.
What is the population of Bahera?
Bahera had a total population of 187, including 100 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Bahera?
Bahera had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahera was 66.44%. Male literacy was 76.83% and female literacy was 53.73%.