Barkibalia - Balia, Begusarai
Barkibalia is a village situated in the Balia subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balia and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Baribalia North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkibalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkibalia is 238336. The village covers a total geographical area of 1399 hectares and falls under the 851211 pincode. Balia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Barkibalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkibalia
As per Census 2011, Barkibalia village has a total population of 24,038 people, consisting of 12,692 males and 11,346 females. The village has 4,338 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,703 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,537 literate and 12,501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,844 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkibalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,038 | 12,692 | 11,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,703 | 2,420 | 2,283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,844 | 959 | 885 |
| Literate Population | 11,537 | 6,787 | 4,750 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,501 | 5,905 | 6,596 |
Nearby Villages of Barkibalia
Barkibalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Kutubuddin | East | 1.79 km |
| Mohibullah Chak | South | 2.19 km |
| Nurjamanpur | East | 2.26 km |
| Sohalpur | South | 3.07 km |
| Balia Buzurg | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Balachak | South | 3.14 km |
| Danauli | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Pachrukhi | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Arazi Bhagwatpur | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Pokharia | South-West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkibalia
Barkibalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakhminia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.7 km.
| 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 Balia to Barkibalia is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Begusarai to Barkibalia is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkibalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkibalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkibalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkibalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barkibalia
Where is Barkibalia located?
Barkibalia village is located in Balia Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkibalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkibalia is Baribalia North.
What is the pincode of Barkibalia?
The pincode of Barkibalia is 851211.
What is the population of Barkibalia?
Barkibalia has a total population of 24,038, including 12,692 males and 11,346 females.
How many households are there in Barkibalia?
There are 4,338 households in Barkibalia.
What is the literacy rate in Barkibalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkibalia is 47.99%. Male literacy is 53.47% and female literacy is 41.86%.