Barah Pan - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Barah Pan is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Madhuban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barah Pan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barah Pan is 214196. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barah Pan 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 Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barah Pan
According to the 2011 Census, Barah Pan village had a total population of 640 people, including 345 males and 295 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.75%, with male literacy at 57.36% and female literacy at 23.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 345 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 236 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 152 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 193 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Barah Pan
Barah Pan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodara Tola | West | 1.60 km |
| Randah Tola | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Gaur Singha | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Karach Tola | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Madhuban | West | 3.51 km |
| Gangahar | South | 4.36 km |
| Gohara | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Bhisur | East | 4.56 km |
| Rannu | North | 4.65 km |
| Turridih | North-West | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barah Pan
Barah Pan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Barah Pan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Barah Pan is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barah Pan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barah Pan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barah Pan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barah Pan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barah Pan
Where is Barah Pan located?
Barah Pan village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barah Pan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barah Pan is Madhuban.
What is the pincode of Barah Pan?
The pincode of Barah Pan is 231212.
What is the population of Barah Pan?
Barah Pan had a total population of 640, including 345 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Barah Pan?
Barah Pan had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barah Pan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barah Pan was 41.75%. Male literacy was 57.36% and female literacy was 23.45%.