Barha - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Barha is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Khalilpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barha is 203945. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.7 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode.
Barha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barha
According to the 2011 Census, Barha village had a total population of 745 people, including 373 males and 372 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.41%, with male literacy at 84.76% and female literacy at 58.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227.
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 | 745 | 373 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 267 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 106 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Barha
Barha 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 Barha
Barha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Barha is about 40 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 Barha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barha
Where is Barha located?
Barha village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barha?
The Gram Panchayat of Barha is Khalilpur.
What is the pincode of Barha?
The pincode of Barha is 275204.
What is the population of Barha?
Barha had a total population of 745, including 373 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Barha?
Barha had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barha was 71.41%. Male literacy was 84.76% and female literacy was 58.18%.