Barkitanr - Gandey, Giridih
Barkitanr is a village situated in the Gandey subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Barkitanr and around 15 km from Giridih. Pandaro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkitanr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkitanr is 351785. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Barkitanr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkitanr
As per Census 2011, Barkitanr village has a total population of 1,398 people, consisting of 692 males and 706 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkitanr are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,398 | 692 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 112 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 152 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 527 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 165 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Barkitanr
Barkitanr 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 Barkitanr
Barkitanr is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Giridih to Barkitanr is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkitanr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkitanr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkitanr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkitanr 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkitanr
Where is Barkitanr located?
Barkitanr village is located in Gandey Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkitanr?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkitanr is Pandaro.
What is the pincode of Barkitanr?
The pincode of Barkitanr is 815312.
What is the population of Barkitanr?
Barkitanr has a total population of 1,398, including 692 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Barkitanr?
There are 240 households in Barkitanr.
What is the literacy rate in Barkitanr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkitanr is 69.24%. Male literacy is 76.16% and female literacy is 62.46%.