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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Barha village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 373 males and 372 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 373 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| 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 has a total population of 745, including 373 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Barha?
There are 125 households in Barha.
What is the literacy rate in Barha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barha is 60.67%. Male literacy is 71.58% and female literacy is 49.73%.