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Village code 244242
Barah Village, Harnaut Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Barah is a village in Harnaut Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Nalanda district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Barah is a village in Harnaut Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Nalanda district, Bihar. For Barah, the population is 10,208, PIN code is 803110 and Census village code is 244242. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Barah Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 244242 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 803110 |
| Population | 10,208 |
| Households | 1,767 |
| Area | 1,697 ha / 16.97 sq. km / 4,193 acres |
| Population density | 602 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 890 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Biharsharif (40 km) |
| Current state | Bihar |
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Nalanda |
| Census 2011 district | Nalanda |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 803110. This helps users verify the postal area for Barah, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 803110 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Barah BO, Harnaut SO, Arout BO, Badarbali BO, Bajitpur Mudhari BO, and Bakra BO |
| Best matching post office | Barah BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Patna |
| Postal state | Bihar |
| Postal division | Nalanda Division |
| Postal circle | Bihar Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Barah comes under Barah gram panchayat and Harnaut C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Harnaut Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Harnaut at 15 km. The Census district headquarters, Biharsharif, is 40 km away.
| Current state | Bihar |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Nalanda |
| Census 2011 district | Nalanda |
| State code | 10 |
| District code | 229 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 1380 |
| Gram panchayat code | 0006 |
| C.D. Block code | 368 |
| Block panchayat code | 368 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Barah village and its household count.
Total population
10,208 residents in 1,767 households
Male population
5,401
Female population
4,807
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 3,116; Scheduled Tribes: 6
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 4
Private primary school
Available; count: 2
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Available; government count: 1
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Community health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health centre | 1 |
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Available |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 3 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 5 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 1,542.80 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 939.70 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 603.10 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 909.70 hectares |
| Forest area | 3 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 140.10 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 4.40 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
How to Reach Barah
Biharsharif (40 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Harnaut is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Biharsharif (40 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Harnaut (15 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Bihar government website Official state/UT portal
- Nalanda district administration Official district portal
- Bihar Bhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 244242
- India Post PIN code search 803110
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Barah. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 4 |
|---|---|
| Private Primary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Vocational Training School ITI | Available; 1 |
| Private Non Formal Training Centre | Available; 1 |
| Private Others | Available; 1 |
| Community Health Centre | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 3 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 8 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 8 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 3 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 6 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 6 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 6 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 6 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 5 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 3 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 5 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 4 |
| TB Clinic | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| TB Clinic Doctors in Position | 2 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 4 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Barah village located?
Barah is located in Harnaut Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Nalanda.
Which Block is Barah in?
Barah is in Harnaut Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Barah in?
District: Nalanda.
What is the village code of Barah?
The Census village code of Barah is 244242.
What is the PIN code of Barah?
The PIN code reported for Barah is 803110.
What is the population of Barah?
Barah has 10,208 residents in 1,767 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Barah part of?
Barah comes under Barah gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Barah?
The nearest statutory town to Barah is Biharsharif (40 km).
Which crops are grown in Barah?
The main crops reported for Barah are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Barah?
Land-use details for Barah include net area sown: 1,542.80 hectares, irrigated area: 939.70 hectares, and unirrigated area: 603.10 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Barah?
Government primary school status for Barah is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Barah?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Barah?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Barah?
The total geographical area of Barah is 1,697 hectares.
How many households are in Barah?
Barah has 1,767 households as per Census 2011.