Barhya - Pharenda, Mahrajganj
Barhya is a village situated in the Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pharenda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Harmandir Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhya is 184286. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.67 hectares and falls under the 273161 pincode. Pharenda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barhya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhya
According to the 2011 Census, Barhya village had a total population of 640 people, including 283 males and 357 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,261 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.03%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 55.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 640 | 283 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 65 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 198 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 85 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Barhya
Barhya 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 Barhya
Barhya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barhya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pharenda to Barhya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahrajganj to Barhya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barhya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhya
Where is Barhya located?
Barhya village is located in Pharenda Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhya?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhya is Harmandir Khurd.
What is the pincode of Barhya?
The pincode of Barhya is 273161.
What is the population of Barhya?
Barhya had a total population of 640, including 283 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Barhya?
Barhya had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhya was 67.03%. Male literacy was 82.16% and female literacy was 55.19%.