Barki Naki - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Barki Naki is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bari Naki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barki Naki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barki Naki is 240310. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barki Naki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barki Naki
As per Census 2011, Barki Naki village has a total population of 2,190 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,062 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 1,343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barki Naki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,190 | 1,128 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 261 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 500 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,343 | 628 | 715 |
Nearby Villages of Barki Naki
Barki Naki 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 Barki Naki
Barki Naki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Barki Naki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Barki Naki is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barki Naki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barki Naki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barki Naki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barki Naki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barki Naki
Where is Barki Naki located?
Barki Naki village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barki Naki?
The Gram Panchayat of Barki Naki is Bari Naki.
What is the pincode of Barki Naki?
The pincode of Barki Naki is 813204.
What is the population of Barki Naki?
Barki Naki has a total population of 2,190, including 1,128 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Barki Naki?
There are 396 households in Barki Naki.
What is the literacy rate in Barki Naki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barki Naki is 38.68%. Male literacy is 44.33% and female literacy is 32.67%.