Bararunju - Manjhari, West Singhbhum
Bararunju is a village situated in the Manjhari subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Manjhari and around 35 km from Chaibasa. Bhagabila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bararunju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bararunju is 378222. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.23 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Bararunju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bararunju
According to the 2011 Census, Bararunju village had a total population of 687 people, including 328 males and 359 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.14%, with male literacy at 74.44% and female literacy at 56.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 584.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 328 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 274 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 201 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 127 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Bararunju
Bararunju 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 Bararunju
Bararunju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Bararunju is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bararunju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bararunju 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 Bararunju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bararunju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bararunju
Where is Bararunju located?
Bararunju village is located in Manjhari Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bararunju?
The Gram Panchayat of Bararunju is Bhagabila.
What is the pincode of Bararunju?
The pincode of Bararunju is 833201.
What is the population of Bararunju?
Bararunju had a total population of 687, including 328 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Bararunju?
Bararunju had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bararunju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bararunju was 65.14%. Male literacy was 74.44% and female literacy was 56.71%.