Barakol

Barakol is a village located in Masalia subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Masalia (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Khutojori is the gram panchayat of Barakol village.

Barakol has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barakol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakol is 371944. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Masalia is nearest town to Barakol village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Barakol

Below is a concise population overview of Barakol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 287 144 143
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 29 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 227 109 118
Literate Population 142 89 53
Illiterate Population 145 55 90

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakol village:

  • The total population of Barakol village is around 287, including approximately 144 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Barakol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barakol village has 227 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barakol village is about 49.48%, with male literacy at 61.81% and female literacy at 37.06%.
  • There are around 50 households in Barakol village.

Connectivity of Barakol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakol. As per the 2011 stats, Barakol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barakol

Knowing the nearby villages of Barakol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakol.

Dudhichua Agua Kunjbana Chhota Kunjbana Jargari Sikdardangal Tetaridangal Bara Dumria Sitlachak Pindari Chakgola

Frequently Asked Questions about Barakol

Where is Barakol located?
Barakol village is situated in Masalia Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakol?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakol is Khutojori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barakol?
The pincode of Barakol is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barakol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakol is 287, with 144 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Barakol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barakol village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakol is 49.48%. The male literacy rate is 61.81%, while the female literacy rate is 37.06%.