Betarkia - Noamundi, West Singhbhum
Betarkia is a village situated in the Noamundi subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Noamundi and around 67 km from Chaibasa. Dudhbila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betarkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betarkia is 377897. The village covers a total geographical area of 613.56 hectares and falls under the 833217 pincode.
Betarkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betarkia
As per Census 2011, Betarkia village has a total population of 1,160 people, consisting of 608 males and 552 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 397 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,050 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betarkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,160 | 608 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 126 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,050 | 549 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 270 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 338 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Betarkia
Betarkia 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 Betarkia
Public transport in the Betarkia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Betarkia is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betarkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betarkia 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 Betarkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betarkia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Betarkia
Where is Betarkia located?
Betarkia village is located in Noamundi Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betarkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Betarkia is Dudhbila.
What is the pincode of Betarkia?
The pincode of Betarkia is 833217.
What is the population of Betarkia?
Betarkia has a total population of 1,160, including 608 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Betarkia?
There are 248 households in Betarkia.
What is the literacy rate in Betarkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betarkia is 34.22%. Male literacy is 44.41% and female literacy is 23.01%.