Barki - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Barki is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Bagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barki is 361593. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 828305 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Barki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barki
According to the 2011 Census, Barki village had a total population of 1,259 people, including 663 males and 596 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 85.42% and female literacy at 54.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 1,259 | 663 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 492 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 171 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Barki
Barki 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 Barki
Barki 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 located within 2-5 km of Barki.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Barki is about 24 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 Barki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barki
Where is Barki located?
Barki village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barki?
The Gram Panchayat of Barki is Bagra.
What is the pincode of Barki?
The pincode of Barki is 828305.
What is the population of Barki?
Barki had a total population of 1,259, including 663 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Barki?
Barki had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barki was 70.93%. Male literacy was 85.42% and female literacy was 54.60%.