Barhanti
Barhanti is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 67.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Balitora is the gram panchayat of Barhanti village.
Barhanti has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barhanti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barhanti is 330517. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723156. Burnpur is nearest town to Barhanti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Barhanti
Below is a concise population overview of Barhanti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 130 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 73 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 57 | 93 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barhanti village:
- The total population of Barhanti village is around 267, including approximately 130 males and 137 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Barhanti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barhanti village has 111 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 132 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barhanti village is about 43.82%, with male literacy at 56.15% and female literacy at 32.12%.
- There are around 55 households in Barhanti village.
Connectivity of Barhanti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barhanti. As per the 2011 stats, Barhanti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barhanti
Knowing the nearby villages of Barhanti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barhanti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barhanti
- Where is Barhanti located?
- Barhanti village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barhanti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barhanti is Balitora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barhanti?
- The pincode of Barhanti is 723156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barhanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barhanti is 267, with 130 males and 137 females.
- How many households are there in Barhanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barhanti village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barhanti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barhanti is 43.82%. The male literacy rate is 56.15%, while the female literacy rate is 32.12%.