Bagahi - Tarhasi, Palamu
Bagahi is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarhasi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Arka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagahi is 366136. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Bagahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagahi
According to the 2011 Census, Bagahi village had a total population of 127 people, including 68 males and 59 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.65%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 69.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 56 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Bagahi
Bagahi 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 Bagahi
Bagahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Bagahi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagahi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bagahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bagahi
Where is Bagahi located?
Bagahi village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagahi is Arka.
What is the pincode of Bagahi?
The pincode of Bagahi is 822118.
What is the population of Bagahi?
Bagahi had a total population of 127, including 68 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Bagahi?
Bagahi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagahi was 79.65%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 69.39%.