Barahua
Barahua is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Barahua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barahua unique in its vibrant Sahjanwa-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Barahua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barahua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barahua is 185357. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.89 hectares. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Barahua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Barahua
Population of Barahua
According to the 2011 Census, Barahua has a total population of about 3,057, with approximately 1,619 males and 1,438 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 468 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 698 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.32%, with male literacy at about 72.64% and female literacy near 46.45%. There are around 491 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barahua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,057 | 1,619 | 1,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 244 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 698 | 372 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,844 | 1,176 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,213 | 443 | 770 |
Connectivity of Barahua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barahua. As per the 2011 stats, Barahua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barahua
Knowing the nearby villages of Barahua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barahua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barahua
- Where is Barahua located?
- Barahua village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barahua?
- Barahua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barahua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barahua is 3,057, with 1,619 males and 1,438 females.
- How many households are there in Barahua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barahua village has a total of 491 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barahua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barahua is 60.32%. The male literacy rate is 72.64%, while the female literacy rate is 46.45%.