Barkura

Barkura is a village located in Biswanath subdivision of Sonitpur district in Assam, India. As per 2009 stats, Kuwari is the gram panchayat of Barkura village.

Barkura has its own place in the vibrant Sonitpur 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 Barkura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkura is 286631. The village spans a total geographical area of 297.57 hectares. Biswanath is nearest town to Barkura village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Barkura

Below is a concise population overview of Barkura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,010 512 498
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 153 84 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 620 339 281
Illiterate Population 390 173 217

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkura village:

  • The total population of Barkura village is around 1,010, including approximately 512 males and 498 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Barkura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Barkura village is about 61.39%, with male literacy at 66.21% and female literacy at 56.43%.
  • There are around 226 households in Barkura village.

Connectivity of Barkura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkura. As per the 2011 stats, Barkura 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 village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkura

Knowing the nearby villages of Barkura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkura.

Majuli Garh 201 356 Koch Gaon Kuwari Petuli Bari Japow Bari Ranga Muri Salaikhati Bangali Salaikhati Kachari Salaikhati Mikir Bhimajuli Madhupur

Frequently Asked Questions about Barkura

Where is Barkura located?
Barkura village is situated in Biswanath Subdivision, within the Sonitpur district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkura?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkura is Kuwari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barkura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkura is 1,010, with 512 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Barkura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkura village has a total of 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkura is 61.39%. The male literacy rate is 66.21%, while the female literacy rate is 56.43%.