Barkakura
Barkakura is a village located in Lapung subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lapung (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Bokranda is the gram panchayat of Barkakura village.
Here you can discover what makes Barkakura unique in its vibrant Lapung-Ranchi region. You’ll see Barkakura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barkakura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkakura is 374421. The village spans a total geographical area of 472.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835234. Lapung is nearest town to Barkakura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Barkakura
Population of Barkakura
According to the 2011 Census, Barkakura has a total population of about 1,072, with approximately 510 males and 562 females. The sex ratio is around 1101 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 787. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.68%, with male literacy at about 61.57% and female literacy near 42.70%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkakura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,072 | 510 | 562 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 80 | 95 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 787 | 372 | 415 |
Literate Population | 554 | 314 | 240 |
Illiterate Population | 518 | 196 | 322 |
Connectivity of Barkakura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkakura. As per the 2011 stats, Barkakura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Barkakura
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkakura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkakura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkakura
- Where is Barkakura located?
- Barkakura village is situated in Lapung Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkakura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkakura is Bokranda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkakura?
- The pincode of Barkakura is 835234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkakura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkakura is 1,072, with 510 males and 562 females.
- How many households are there in Barkakura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkakura village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkakura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkakura is 51.68%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 42.70%.