Barpokharia - Chas, Bokaro
Barpokharia is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Barpokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpokharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpokharia is 362674. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.22 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
Barpokharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandankyari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barpokharia
According to the 2011 Census, Barpokharia village had a total population of 2,342 people, including 1,208 males and 1,134 females, living in 467 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.62%, with male literacy at 82.06% and female literacy at 60.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 2,342 | 1,208 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 171 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,423 | 851 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 357 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Barpokharia
Barpokharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raniganj Alias Chatitanr | South | 1.02 km |
| Kushma | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Mohoda | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Kolbendi | North | 1.89 km |
| Kura | West | 2.06 km |
| Dabarbahal | East | 2.30 km |
| Bhandro | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Andharteliya | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Dudigagar | East | 2.66 km |
| Turidi | South-East | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barpokharia
Barpokharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Radhagaon, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bokaro to Barpokharia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barpokharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpokharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barpokharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpokharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barpokharia
Where is Barpokharia located?
Barpokharia village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barpokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpokharia is Barpokhar.
What is the pincode of Barpokharia?
The pincode of Barpokharia is 827013.
What is the population of Barpokharia?
Barpokharia had a total population of 2,342, including 1,208 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Barpokharia?
Barpokharia had 467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barpokharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpokharia was 71.62%. Male literacy was 82.06% and female literacy was 60.21%.