Barkama
Barkama is a village located in Chandankiyari subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chandankiyari (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Saharjori is the gram panchayat of Barkama village.
Barkama has its own place in the vibrant Bokaro region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barkama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkama is 362835. The village spans a total geographical area of 648.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 828134. Chandankiyari is nearest town to Barkama village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Barkama
Population of Barkama
Below is a concise population overview of Barkama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,219 | 1,671 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 265 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,576 | 813 | 763 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 141 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 1,659 | 1,061 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 610 | 950 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkama village:
- The total population of Barkama village is around 3,219, including approximately 1,671 males and 1,548 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 503 children aged 0–6 years in Barkama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkama village has 1,576 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 292 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkama village is about 51.54%, with male literacy at 63.49% and female literacy at 38.63%.
- There are around 579 households in Barkama village.
Connectivity of Barkama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkama. As per the 2011 stats, Barkama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkama
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkama
- Where is Barkama located?
- Barkama village is situated in Chandankiyari Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkama is Saharjori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkama?
- The pincode of Barkama is 828134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkama is 3,219, with 1,671 males and 1,548 females.
- How many households are there in Barkama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkama village has a total of 579 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkama is 51.54%. The male literacy rate is 63.49%, while the female literacy rate is 38.63%.