Barmasia - Jarmundi, Dumka
Barmasia is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Jhanakpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barmasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barmasia is 370102. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.79 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Barmasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barmasia
According to the 2011 Census, Barmasia village had a total population of 127 people, including 66 males and 61 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.72%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 54.00%.
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 | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Barmasia
Barmasia 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 Barmasia
Barmasia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barmasia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Barmasia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barmasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barmasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barmasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barmasia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barmasia
Where is Barmasia located?
Barmasia village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barmasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barmasia is Jhanakpur.
What is the pincode of Barmasia?
The pincode of Barmasia is 814145.
What is the population of Barmasia?
Barmasia had a total population of 127, including 66 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Barmasia?
Barmasia had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barmasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barmasia was 71.72%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 54.00%.