Barkagaon - Itarhi, Buxar
Barkagaon is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Barka Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkagaon is 248750. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.3 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barkagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkagaon
As per Census 2011, Barkagaon village has a total population of 6,077 people, consisting of 3,178 males and 2,899 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,097 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,458 literate and 2,619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 843 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,077 | 3,178 | 2,899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,097 | 575 | 522 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 843 | 462 | 381 |
| Literate Population | 3,458 | 2,075 | 1,383 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,619 | 1,103 | 1,516 |
Nearby Villages of Barkagaon
Barkagaon 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 Barkagaon
Barkagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Barkagaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkagaon 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 Barkagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkagaon
Where is Barkagaon located?
Barkagaon village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkagaon is Barka Gaon.
What is the pincode of Barkagaon?
The pincode of Barkagaon is 802123.
What is the population of Barkagaon?
Barkagaon has a total population of 6,077, including 3,178 males and 2,899 females.
How many households are there in Barkagaon?
There are 955 households in Barkagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Barkagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkagaon is 56.90%. Male literacy is 65.29% and female literacy is 47.71%.