Barahkurwa - Tarhasi, Palamu
Barahkurwa 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 Barahkurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahkurwa is 366128. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.2 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Barahkurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barahkurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Barahkurwa village had a total population of 6 people, including 4 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Barahkurwa
Barahkurwa 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 Barahkurwa
Barahkurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barahkurwa 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 Barahkurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahkurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barahkurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahkurwa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barahkurwa
Where is Barahkurwa located?
Barahkurwa village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahkurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahkurwa is Arka.
What is the pincode of Barahkurwa?
The pincode of Barahkurwa is 822118.
What is the population of Barahkurwa?
Barahkurwa had a total population of 6, including 4 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Barahkurwa?
Barahkurwa had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barahkurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahkurwa was 66.67%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.