Barki Narki - Bishungarh, Hazaribagh
Barki Narki is a village situated in the Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnugarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Narki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barki Narki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barki Narki is 368482. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009.13 hectares and falls under the 825315 pincode.
Barki Narki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barki Narki
As per Census 2011, Barki Narki village has a total population of 2,530 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,254 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 1,502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 593 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barki Narki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,530 | 1,276 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 217 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 119 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 287 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 636 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,502 | 640 | 862 |
Nearby Villages of Barki Narki
Barki Narki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parasia | North | 1.46 km |
| Narki Kurd | South | 1.63 km |
| Bartua | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Rangamati | North | 3.16 km |
| Kurknalo | West | 3.67 km |
| Gobhi Karmatanr | South | 3.83 km |
| Gajhandih | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Kari Khurd | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Chitu | South | 4.16 km |
| Gandke | South-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barki Narki
Barki Narki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gumia, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hazaribagh to Barki Narki is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barki Narki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barki Narki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barki Narki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barki Narki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barki Narki
Where is Barki Narki located?
Barki Narki village is located in Bishungarh Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barki Narki?
The Gram Panchayat of Barki Narki is Narki.
What is the pincode of Barki Narki?
The pincode of Barki Narki is 825315.
What is the population of Barki Narki?
Barki Narki has a total population of 2,530, including 1,276 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in Barki Narki?
There are 476 households in Barki Narki.
What is the literacy rate in Barki Narki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barki Narki is 40.63%. Male literacy is 49.84% and female literacy is 31.26%.