Barkela - Chaibasa, West Singhbhum
Barkela is a village situated in the Chaibasa subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Khuntpani and around 14 km from Chaibasa. Barkela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkela is 377531. The village covers a total geographical area of 476 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode.
Barkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkela
As per Census 2011, Barkela village has a total population of 2,343 people, consisting of 1,169 males and 1,174 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,037 literate and 1,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,998 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,343 | 1,169 | 1,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 202 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,998 | 992 | 1,006 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 653 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 516 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Barkela
Barkela is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barkela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chaibasa to Barkela is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkela
Where is Barkela located?
Barkela village is located in Chaibasa Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkela?
Barkela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkela?
The pincode of Barkela is 833204.
What is the population of Barkela?
Barkela has a total population of 2,343, including 1,169 males and 1,174 females.
How many households are there in Barkela?
There are 495 households in Barkela.
What is the literacy rate in Barkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkela is 44.26%. Male literacy is 55.86% and female literacy is 32.71%.