Protected Forest Barichattan - Barwadih, Latehar
Protected Forest Barichattan is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Khura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Protected Forest Barichattan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Protected Forest Barichattan is 366960. The village falls under the 829204 pincode.
Protected Forest Barichattan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Protected Forest Barichattan
According to the 2011 Census, Protected Forest Barichattan village had a total population of 145 people, including 80 males and 65 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 81.54% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 53 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Protected Forest Barichattan
Protected Forest Barichattan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harileng | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Bode | North | 2.65 km |
| Babhandih | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Putuagarh | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Jargarh | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Chhencha | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Sindharowa | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Chapri | North | 3.88 km |
| Morwai Khurd | South | 4.54 km |
| Chamardiha | North-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Protected Forest Barichattan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Protected Forest Barichattan. The nearest railway station is Barwadih Jn, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Protected Forest Barichattan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Protected Forest Barichattan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Protected Forest Barichattan 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 Protected Forest Barichattan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Protected Forest Barichattan 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 Protected Forest Barichattan
Where is Protected Forest Barichattan located?
Protected Forest Barichattan village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Protected Forest Barichattan?
The Gram Panchayat of Protected Forest Barichattan is Khura.
What is the pincode of Protected Forest Barichattan?
The pincode of Protected Forest Barichattan is 829204.
What is the population of Protected Forest Barichattan?
Protected Forest Barichattan had a total population of 145, including 80 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Protected Forest Barichattan?
Protected Forest Barichattan had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Protected Forest Barichattan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Protected Forest Barichattan was 69.23%. Male literacy was 81.54% and female literacy was 53.85%.