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.
Barkakura has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 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.
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Population of Barkakura
Below is a concise population overview of Barkakura 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 | 1,072 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkakura village:
- The total population of Barkakura village is around 1,072, including approximately 510 males and 562 females, with a sex ratio of 1101 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 175 children aged 0–6 years in Barkakura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkakura village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 787 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkakura village is about 51.68%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 42.70%.
- There are around 195 households in Barkakura village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.