Barajamua - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Barajamua is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Damkara Barwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barajamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barajamua is 361707. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Barajamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barajamua
As per Census 2011, Barajamua village has a total population of 3,643 people, consisting of 1,905 males and 1,738 females. The village has 701 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 537 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,472 literate and 1,171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barajamua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,643 | 1,905 | 1,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 298 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 164 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 2,472 | 1,407 | 1,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,171 | 498 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Barajamua
Barajamua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charakpathar | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Damkarabarwa | South | 1.01 km |
| Murradi | North | 1.21 km |
| Simlataand | East | 1.39 km |
| Sambhari | North | 1.54 km |
| Kalyanpur | West | 1.63 km |
| Sadiadi | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Majhiladih Alias Sujanbandh | East | 2.10 km |
| Kulbera | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Kurmidi | South | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barajamua
Barajamua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhuli, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 1.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Barajamua is about 12 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 Barajamua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barajamua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barajamua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barajamua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barajamua
Where is Barajamua located?
Barajamua village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barajamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Barajamua is Damkara Barwa.
What is the pincode of Barajamua?
The pincode of Barajamua is 828109.
What is the population of Barajamua?
Barajamua has a total population of 3,643, including 1,905 males and 1,738 females.
How many households are there in Barajamua?
There are 701 households in Barajamua.
What is the literacy rate in Barajamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barajamua is 67.86%. Male literacy is 73.86% and female literacy is 61.28%.