Bara Bakra - Ghatshila, East Singhbum
Bara Bakra is a village situated in the Ghatshila subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Ghatshila and around 35 km from Jamshedpur. Mahuliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Bakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Bakra is 363597. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 832303 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bara Bakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bara Bakra
Bara Bakra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirsa | North-East | 0.48 km |
| Mahuliya | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Ghikuli | East | 0.85 km |
| Karanja | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Bhalukkhuliya | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Jarisa | North | 1.65 km |
| Galudi | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Bodhpur | South | 1.83 km |
| Dumarbahal | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Thakurbari | South-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Bakra
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bara Bakra. The nearest railway station is Galudih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamshedpur to Bara Bakra is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Bakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Bakra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Bakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Bakra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bara Bakra
Where is Bara Bakra located?
Bara Bakra village is located in Ghatshila Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Bakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Bakra is Mahuliya.
What is the pincode of Bara Bakra?
The pincode of Bara Bakra is 832303.