Barfia
Barfia is a village located in Chakradharpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chakradharpur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Chainpur is the gram panchayat of Barfia village.
Barfia has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Barfia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barfia is 377423. The village spans a total geographical area of 181 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833102. Chakradharpur is nearest town to Barfia village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barfia
Below is a concise population overview of Barfia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,286 | 642 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 110 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 649 | 324 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 425 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 217 | 411 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barfia village:
- The total population of Barfia village is around 1,286, including approximately 642 males and 644 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Barfia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barfia village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 649 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barfia village is about 51.17%, with male literacy at 66.20% and female literacy at 36.18%.
- There are around 269 households in Barfia village.
Connectivity of Barfia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barfia. As per the 2011 stats, Barfia 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barfia
Knowing the nearby villages of Barfia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barfia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barfia
- Where is Barfia located?
- Barfia village is situated in Chakradharpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barfia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barfia is Chainpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barfia?
- The pincode of Barfia is 833102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barfia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barfia is 1,286, with 642 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Barfia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barfia village has a total of 269 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barfia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barfia is 51.17%. The male literacy rate is 66.20%, while the female literacy rate is 36.18%.