Barannad - Jagannathpur, West Singhbhum
Barannad is a village situated in the Jagannathpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Jagannathpur and around 49 km from Chaibasa. Badananda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barannad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barannad is 378376. The village covers a total geographical area of 974 hectares and falls under the 833203 pincode.
Barannad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barannad
As per Census 2011, Barannad village has a total population of 2,517 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,284 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 1,470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barannad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,517 | 1,233 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 252 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,199 | 1,066 | 1,133 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 675 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,470 | 558 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Barannad
Barannad 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 Barannad
Barannad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barannad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Barannad is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barannad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barannad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barannad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barannad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barannad
Where is Barannad located?
Barannad village is located in Jagannathpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barannad?
The Gram Panchayat of Barannad is Badananda.
What is the pincode of Barannad?
The pincode of Barannad is 833203.
What is the population of Barannad?
Barannad has a total population of 2,517, including 1,233 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Barannad?
There are 516 households in Barannad.
What is the literacy rate in Barannad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barannad is 41.60%. Male literacy is 54.74% and female literacy is 28.97%.