Barahkatha - Barkatha, Hazaribagh
Barahkatha is a village situated in the Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhi and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Barkatha North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barahkatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahkatha is 368337. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 825323 pincode. Hazaribagh is the nearest town.
Barahkatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barahkatha
As per Census 2011, Barahkatha village has a total population of 8,364 people, consisting of 4,354 males and 4,010 females. The village has 1,445 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,559 literate and 3,805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barahkatha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,364 | 4,354 | 4,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,511 | 772 | 739 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,253 | 671 | 582 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 61 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 4,559 | 2,755 | 1,804 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,805 | 1,599 | 2,206 |
Nearby Villages of Barahkatha
Barahkatha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parbata | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Barwan | North | 1.89 km |
| Koso | South | 1.94 km |
| Kunharakhurd | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Baradih | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Kunhara Kalan | West | 2.57 km |
| Belkapi | East | 2.86 km |
| Kawalu | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Masipirhi | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Nawadiha | South-East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barahkatha
Barahkatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarmatanr, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 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 Hazaribagh to Barahkatha is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahkatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahkatha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barahkatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahkatha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barahkatha
Where is Barahkatha located?
Barahkatha village is located in Barkatha Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahkatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahkatha is Barkatha North.
What is the pincode of Barahkatha?
The pincode of Barahkatha is 825323.
What is the population of Barahkatha?
Barahkatha has a total population of 8,364, including 4,354 males and 4,010 females.
How many households are there in Barahkatha?
There are 1,445 households in Barahkatha.
What is the literacy rate in Barahkatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahkatha is 54.51%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 44.99%.