Bulka Alias Bairia Damar - Dandai, Garhwa
Bulka Alias Bairia Damar is a village situated in the Dandai subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dandai and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Dandai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bulka Alias Bairia Damar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar is 347574. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Bulka Alias Bairia Damar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar
As per Census 2011, Bulka Alias Bairia Damar village has a total population of 1,230 people, consisting of 617 males and 613 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bulka Alias Bairia Damar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 617 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 118 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 333 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 284 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar
Bulka Alias Bairia Damar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baulia | North | 1.85 km |
| Raro | South | 2.31 km |
| Bishunia | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Dandai | East | 3.61 km |
| Panghatwa | West | 3.77 km |
| Sonhe Alias Sonehara | North | 4.09 km |
| Ganiyari Khurd | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Lawahi Khurd | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Lawahi Kalan | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Bulka | North-West | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar
Bulka Alias Bairia Damar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramna, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Garhwa to Bulka Alias Bairia Damar is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bulka Alias Bairia Damar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bulka Alias Bairia Damar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bulka Alias Bairia Damar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bulka Alias Bairia Damar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bulka Alias Bairia Damar
Where is Bulka Alias Bairia Damar located?
Bulka Alias Bairia Damar village is located in Dandai Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar is Dandai.
What is the pincode of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar?
The pincode of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar is 822133.
What is the population of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar?
Bulka Alias Bairia Damar has a total population of 1,230, including 617 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Bulka Alias Bairia Damar?
There are 231 households in Bulka Alias Bairia Damar.
What is the literacy rate in Bulka Alias Bairia Damar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bulka Alias Bairia Damar is 44.15%. Male literacy is 53.97% and female literacy is 34.26%.