Barhai - Beohari, Shahdol
Barhai is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Bairihai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhai is 500977. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.84 hectares and falls under the 484776 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhai
According to the 2011 Census, Barhai village had a total population of 759 people, including 393 males and 366 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.26%, with male literacy at 82.43% and female literacy at 61.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 759 | 393 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 80 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 258 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 135 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Barhai
Barhai 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 Barhai
Public transport in the Barhai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Beohari to Barhai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Barhai is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhai
Where is Barhai located?
Barhai village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhai is Bairihai.
What is the pincode of Barhai?
The pincode of Barhai is 484776.
What is the population of Barhai?
Barhai had a total population of 759, including 393 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Barhai?
Barhai had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhai was 72.26%. Male literacy was 82.43% and female literacy was 61.25%.