Barka Dhab - Dumaria, Gaya
Barka Dhab is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bhokaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barka Dhab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barka Dhab is 256215. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Barka Dhab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barka Dhab
As per Census 2011, Barka Dhab village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 441 males and 459 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barka Dhab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 441 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 89 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 212 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 226 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 215 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Barka Dhab
Barka Dhab 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 Barka Dhab
Public transport in the Barka Dhab is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Barka Dhab is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Barka Dhab is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barka Dhab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barka Dhab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barka Dhab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barka Dhab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barka Dhab
Where is Barka Dhab located?
Barka Dhab village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barka Dhab?
The Gram Panchayat of Barka Dhab is Bhokaha.
What is the pincode of Barka Dhab?
The pincode of Barka Dhab is 824221.
What is the population of Barka Dhab?
Barka Dhab has a total population of 900, including 441 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Barka Dhab?
There are 153 households in Barka Dhab.
What is the literacy rate in Barka Dhab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barka Dhab is 43.11%. Male literacy is 51.25% and female literacy is 35.29%.