Barhampur - Bashant Rai*, Godda
Barhampur is a village situated in the Bashant Rai* subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bashant Rai and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Bodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhampur is 357134. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Barhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barhampur
According to the 2011 Census, Barhampur village had a total population of 2,458 people, including 1,287 males and 1,171 females, living in 402 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.15%, with male literacy at 46.12% and female literacy at 25.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,458 | 1,287 | 1,171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 268 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 470 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 817 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Barhampur
Barhampur 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 Barhampur
Barhampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Godda to Barhampur is about 19 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 Barhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barhampur
Where is Barhampur located?
Barhampur village is located in Bashant Rai* Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhampur is Bodra.
What is the pincode of Barhampur?
The pincode of Barhampur is 814155.
What is the population of Barhampur?
Barhampur had a total population of 2,458, including 1,287 males and 1,171 females.
How many households are there in Barhampur?
Barhampur had 402 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhampur was 36.15%. Male literacy was 46.12% and female literacy was 25.29%.