Barkai
Barkai is a village located in Makdi tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Makdi (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Barkai village is also a gram panchayat.
Barkai has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Barkai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkai is 448882. The village spans a total geographical area of 839.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494228. Kondagaon is nearest town to Barkai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Barkai
Population of Barkai
Below is a concise population overview of Barkai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,901 | 938 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 98 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 774 | 371 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 622 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 316 | 491 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkai village:
- The total population of Barkai village is around 1,901, including approximately 938 males and 963 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Barkai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkai village has 196 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 774 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkai village is about 57.55%, with male literacy at 66.31% and female literacy at 49.01%.
- There are around 434 households in Barkai village.
Connectivity of Barkai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkai. As per the 2011 stats, Barkai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkai
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkai
- Where is Barkai located?
- Barkai village is situated in Makdi Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkai?
- Barkai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barkai?
- The pincode of Barkai is 494228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkai is 1,901, with 938 males and 963 females.
- How many households are there in Barkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkai village has a total of 434 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkai is 57.55%. The male literacy rate is 66.31%, while the female literacy rate is 49.01%.