Bario - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Bario is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Bariyo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bario village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bario is 361773. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode. Gobindpur is the nearest town.
Bario 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 Bario
As per Census 2011, Bario village has a total population of 2,758 people, consisting of 1,455 males and 1,303 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 545 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,430 literate and 1,328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 602 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bario are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,758 | 1,455 | 1,303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 295 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 602 | 306 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 1,430 | 858 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,328 | 597 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Bario
Bario 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchrukhi | North | 1.24 km |
| Kurua | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Titichapuri | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Patring | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Saharjodi | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Dumria Alias Dumriatanr | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Pathuria | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Dhowatanr | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Laherdi | East | 2.33 km |
| Kusmatanr | South | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bario
Bario is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dokra Halt, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Bario is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bario
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bario village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bario
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bario 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bario
Where is Bario located?
Bario village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bario?
The Gram Panchayat of Bario is Bariyo.
What is the pincode of Bario?
The pincode of Bario is 828109.
What is the population of Bario?
Bario has a total population of 2,758, including 1,455 males and 1,303 females.
How many households are there in Bario?
There are 467 households in Bario.
What is the literacy rate in Bario?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bario is 51.85%. Male literacy is 58.97% and female literacy is 43.90%.