Barkona - Mankachar, South Salmara Mancachar
Barkona is a village situated in the Mankachar subdivision of South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 10 km from Mankachar and around 85 km from Dhubri. Baghapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkona is 281750. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.47 hectares and falls under the 783131 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Barkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birsing Jarua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkona
According to the 2011 Census, Barkona village had a total population of 3,084 people, including 1,540 males and 1,544 females, living in 649 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.21%, with male literacy at 41.88% and female literacy at 34.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 3,084 | 1,540 | 1,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 351 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 498 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,173 | 1,042 | 1,131 |
Nearby Villages of Barkona
Barkona 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 Barkona
Public transport in the Barkona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhubri to Barkona is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkona
Where is Barkona located?
Barkona village is located in Mankachar Subdivision, South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkona is Baghapara.
What is the pincode of Barkona?
The pincode of Barkona is 783131.
What is the population of Barkona?
Barkona had a total population of 3,084, including 1,540 males and 1,544 females.
How many households are there in Barkona?
Barkona had 649 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkona was 38.21%. Male literacy was 41.88% and female literacy was 34.56%.