Barkatia Bari - Biswanath
Barkatia Bari is a village situated in the Biswanath subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Borgang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkatia Bari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkatia Bari is 286837. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.22 hectares and falls under the 784167 pincode.
Barkatia Bari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Behali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkatia Bari
As per Census 2011, Barkatia Bari village has a total population of 2,260 people, consisting of 1,113 males and 1,147 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 865 literate and 1,395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkatia Bari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,260 | 1,113 | 1,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 192 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 486 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 627 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Barkatia Bari
Barkatia Bari 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 Barkatia Bari
Barkatia Bari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barkatia Bari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tezpur to Barkatia Bari is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkatia Bari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkatia Bari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkatia Bari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkatia Bari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barkatia Bari
Where is Barkatia Bari located?
Barkatia Bari village is located in Biswanath Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkatia Bari?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkatia Bari is Borgang.
What is the pincode of Barkatia Bari?
The pincode of Barkatia Bari is 784167.
What is the population of Barkatia Bari?
Barkatia Bari has a total population of 2,260, including 1,113 males and 1,147 females.
How many households are there in Barkatia Bari?
There are 499 households in Barkatia Bari.
What is the literacy rate in Barkatia Bari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkatia Bari is 38.27%. Male literacy is 43.67% and female literacy is 33.04%.