Bairkhar - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Bairkhar is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Bairkhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairkhar is 214304. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.18 hectares and falls under the 231226 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bairkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairkhar
As per Census 2011, Bairkhar village has a total population of 1,971 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 927 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 927 literate and 1,044 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,041 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairkhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,971 | 1,044 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 188 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 195 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,041 | 540 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 597 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 447 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Bairkhar
Bairkhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bairkhar | West | 1.48 km |
| Barkhohara | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Harpura | North | 2.19 km |
| Kudari | West | 2.38 km |
| Goitha | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Amawar | West | 3.84 km |
| Sundari | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Dhorpa | North | 4.26 km |
| Sugawamad | West | 4.59 km |
| Nagawa | North-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairkhar
Bairkhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Bairkhar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Bairkhar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bairkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairkhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairkhar
Where is Bairkhar located?
Bairkhar village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairkhar?
Bairkhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bairkhar?
The pincode of Bairkhar is 231226.
What is the population of Bairkhar?
Bairkhar has a total population of 1,971, including 1,044 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Bairkhar?
There are 350 households in Bairkhar.
What is the literacy rate in Bairkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairkhar is 47.03%. Male literacy is 57.18% and female literacy is 35.60%.