Barkheta

Barkheta is a village located in Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Barwadih (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Lat is the gram panchayat of Barkheta village.

Barkheta has its own place in the vibrant Latehar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barkheta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkheta is 366976. The village spans a total geographical area of 425 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Latehar is nearest town to Barkheta village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Barkheta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barkheta

Below is a concise population overview of Barkheta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,183 606 577
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 318 180 138
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 4 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,149 589 560
Literate Population 361 222 139
Illiterate Population 822 384 438

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkheta village:

  • The total population of Barkheta village is around 1,183, including approximately 606 males and 577 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 318 children aged 0–6 years in Barkheta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkheta village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,149 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barkheta village is about 30.52%, with male literacy at 36.63% and female literacy at 24.09%.
  • There are around 205 households in Barkheta village.

Connectivity of Barkheta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkheta. As per the 2011 stats, Barkheta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkheta

Knowing the nearby villages of Barkheta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkheta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barkheta

Where is Barkheta located?
Barkheta village is situated in Barwadih Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheta is Lat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkheta?
The pincode of Barkheta is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkheta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkheta is 1,183, with 606 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Barkheta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkheta village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkheta is 30.52%. The male literacy rate is 36.63%, while the female literacy rate is 24.09%.