Bhakar

Bhakar is a village located in Gurbandha subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 29km away from district headquarter Gurubandha. Gurubandha is the sub-district headquarter of Bhakar village. As per 2009 stats, Singhpura is the gram panchayat of Bhakar village.

Bhakar has its own place in the vibrant Purbi 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 Bhakar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhakar is 364169. The village spans a total geographical area of 459 hectares. Gurbandha is nearest town to Bhakar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bhakar

Below is a concise population overview of Bhakar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 965 455 510
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 141 62 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 691 325 366
Literate Population 432 263 169
Illiterate Population 533 192 341

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhakar village:

  • The total population of Bhakar village is around 965, including approximately 455 males and 510 females, with a sex ratio of 1120 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Bhakar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhakar village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 691 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhakar village is about 44.77%, with male literacy at 57.80% and female literacy at 33.14%.
  • There are around 205 households in Bhakar village.

Connectivity of Bhakar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhakar. As per the 2011 stats, Bhakar 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhakar

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhakar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhakar.

Murathkura Dumurbandi Khejurdari Forest Block Phulkhuta Makri Paraspur Chokshol Singpura Jualkata Nagrapal

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhakar

Where is Bhakar located?
Bhakar village is situated in Gurbandha Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhakar is Singhpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bhakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhakar is 965, with 455 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Bhakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhakar village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhakar is 44.77%. The male literacy rate is 57.80%, while the female literacy rate is 33.14%.