Barakamti - Ranishwar, Dumka
Barakamti is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Pathra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barakamti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakamti is 371217. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode.
Barakamti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barakamti
As per Census 2011, Barakamti village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 81 males and 82 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barakamti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 40 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Barakamti
Barakamti 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 Barakamti
Barakamti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Barakamti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakamti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakamti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barakamti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakamti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barakamti
Where is Barakamti located?
Barakamti village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakamti?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakamti is Pathra.
What is the pincode of Barakamti?
The pincode of Barakamti is 814148.
What is the population of Barakamti?
Barakamti has a total population of 163, including 81 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Barakamti?
There are 39 households in Barakamti.
What is the literacy rate in Barakamti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakamti is 44.17%. Male literacy is 50.62% and female literacy is 37.80%.