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
According to the 2011 Census, Betarkia village had a total population of 1,160 people, including 608 males and 552 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.69%, with male literacy at 56.02% and female literacy at 28.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,050.
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 | 1,160 | 608 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 126 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,160, including 608 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Betarkia?
Betarkia had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betarkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betarkia was 42.69%. Male literacy was 56.02% and female literacy was 28.35%.