Barjo - Dhanwar, Giridih
Barjo is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Barjo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjo is 351118. The village covers a total geographical area of 531 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Barjo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjo
As per Census 2011, Barjo village has a total population of 3,717 people, consisting of 1,929 males and 1,788 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 664 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,925 literate and 1,792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barjo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,717 | 1,929 | 1,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 664 | 348 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 358 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,925 | 1,243 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 686 | 1,106 |
Nearby Villages of Barjo
Barjo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangapur | South | 1.43 km |
| Konratand | West | 1.81 km |
| Paharpur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Mangaso | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Pachrukhi | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Baghmari | North | 2.47 km |
| Chunjhkho | South | 2.55 km |
| Giridih | West | 2.73 km |
| Beldaradih | East | 2.86 km |
| Upraili Dhanwar | North-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barjo
Public transport in the Barjo is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Barjo is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barjo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjo 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 Barjo
Where is Barjo located?
Barjo village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barjo?
Barjo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barjo?
The pincode of Barjo is 825412.
What is the population of Barjo?
Barjo has a total population of 3,717, including 1,929 males and 1,788 females.
How many households are there in Barjo?
There are 583 households in Barjo.
What is the literacy rate in Barjo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjo is 51.79%. Male literacy is 64.44% and female literacy is 38.14%.