Barmasia - Kundhit, Jamtara
Barmasia is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Kundhit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barmasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barmasia is 373222. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.61 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Barmasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barmasia
According to the 2011 Census, Barmasia village had a total population of 897 people, including 452 males and 445 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 84.39% and female literacy at 64.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 489.
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 | 897 | 452 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 74 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 233 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 319 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 133 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Barmasia
Barmasia 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 Barmasia
Barmasia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Barmasia is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barmasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barmasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barmasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barmasia 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 Barmasia
Where is Barmasia located?
Barmasia village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barmasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barmasia is Kundhit.
What is the pincode of Barmasia?
The pincode of Barmasia is 815359.
What is the population of Barmasia?
Barmasia had a total population of 897, including 452 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Barmasia?
Barmasia had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barmasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barmasia was 74.39%. Male literacy was 84.39% and female literacy was 64.81%.