Barkand
Barkand is a village located in Manjhari subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Manjhari (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Pilka is the gram panchayat of Barkand village.
Barkand 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 Barkand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkand is 378238. The village spans a total geographical area of 173 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833201. Manjhari is nearest town to Barkand village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barkand
Below is a concise population overview of Barkand 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 | 1,262 | 621 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,084 | 539 | 545 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 328 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 293 | 418 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkand village:
- The total population of Barkand village is around 1,262, including approximately 621 males and 641 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Barkand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkand village has 92 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,084 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkand village is about 43.66%, with male literacy at 52.82% and female literacy at 34.79%.
- There are around 207 households in Barkand village.
Connectivity of Barkand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkand. As per the 2011 stats, Barkand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkand
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkand
- Where is Barkand located?
- Barkand village is situated in Manjhari Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkand is Pilka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkand?
- The pincode of Barkand is 833201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkand is 1,262, with 621 males and 641 females.
- How many households are there in Barkand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkand village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkand is 43.66%. The male literacy rate is 52.82%, while the female literacy rate is 34.79%.