Barjo - Rania, Khunti
Barjo is a village situated in the Rania subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rania and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Sode serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barjo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjo is 375017. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Barjo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Barjo
According to the 2011 Census, Barjo village had a total population of 256 people, including 126 males and 130 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.61%, with male literacy at 97.03% and female literacy at 84.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 256.
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 | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Barjo
Barjo 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 Barjo
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barjo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khunti to Barjo is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barjo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barjo
Where is Barjo located?
Barjo village is located in Rania Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barjo?
The Gram Panchayat of Barjo is Sode.
What is the pincode of Barjo?
The pincode of Barjo is 835210.
What is the population of Barjo?
Barjo had a total population of 256, including 126 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Barjo?
Barjo had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barjo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjo was 90.61%. Male literacy was 97.03% and female literacy was 84.82%.