Barukande - Tamar I, Ranchi
Barukande is a village situated in the Tamar I subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Ragrabaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barukande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barukande is 374645. The village covers a total geographical area of 794 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Barukande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barukande
As per Census 2011, Barukande village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 361 males and 347 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 576 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barukande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 361 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 294 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 238 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 123 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Barukande
Barukande is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barlanga | South | 2.18 km |
| Jegodakai | West | 2.63 km |
| Jiling Sereng | North | 2.87 km |
| Kurkutia | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Ragrabaranga | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Karamdiri | South | 3.53 km |
| Geredih | North | 3.70 km |
| Birdih | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Birgaon | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Kurchudih | East | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barukande
Public transport in the Barukande is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tiraldih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Barukande is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barukande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barukande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barukande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barukande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barukande
Where is Barukande located?
Barukande village is located in Tamar I Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barukande?
The Gram Panchayat of Barukande is Ragrabaram.
What is the pincode of Barukande?
The pincode of Barukande is 834001.
What is the population of Barukande?
Barukande has a total population of 708, including 361 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Barukande?
There are 163 households in Barukande.
What is the literacy rate in Barukande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barukande is 53.11%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 39.77%.