Barkol Khurd - Bhandaria, Garhwa
Barkol Khurd is a village situated in the Bhandaria subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranka and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Tehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkol Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkol Khurd is 348001. The village covers a total geographical area of 888.5 hectares and falls under the 822125 pincode.
Barkol Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daltonganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palamau Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkol Khurd
As per Census 2011, Barkol Khurd village has a total population of 1,366 people, consisting of 697 males and 669 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 786 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkol Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,366 | 697 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 149 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 786 | 400 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 316 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 381 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Barkol Khurd
Barkol Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkol Kalan | East | 1.72 km |
| Mutki | West | 2.57 km |
| Karacha | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Gothani | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Barikhajuri | North | 3.39 km |
| Bodri | North | 3.56 km |
| Binjpur | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Sonbarsa | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Tengari | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Sagarpur | West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkol Khurd
Barkol Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barwadih Jn, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.2 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 Garhwa to Barkol Khurd is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkol Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkol Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkol Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkol Khurd 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 Barkol Khurd
Where is Barkol Khurd located?
Barkol Khurd village is located in Bhandaria Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkol Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkol Khurd is Tehri.
What is the pincode of Barkol Khurd?
The pincode of Barkol Khurd is 822125.
What is the population of Barkol Khurd?
Barkol Khurd has a total population of 1,366, including 697 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Barkol Khurd?
There are 302 households in Barkol Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Barkol Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkol Khurd is 40.34%. Male literacy is 45.34% and female literacy is 35.13%.