Barkela

Barkela is a village located in Manendragarh tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Manendragarh (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Baikunthpur. As per 2009 stats, Khairbana is the gram panchayat of Barkela village.

Barkela has its own place in the vibrant Koriya 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 Barkela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkela is 431711. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497442. Manendragarh is nearest town to Barkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Barkela

Below is a concise population overview of Barkela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 657 331 326
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 102 50 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 444 225 219
Literate Population 280 160 120
Illiterate Population 377 171 206

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkela village:

  • The total population of Barkela village is around 657, including approximately 331 males and 326 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Barkela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkela village has 444 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barkela village is about 42.62%, with male literacy at 48.34% and female literacy at 36.81%.
  • There are around 135 households in Barkela village.

Connectivity of Barkela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkela. As per the 2011 stats, Barkela 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkela

Knowing the nearby villages of Barkela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkela.

Hastinapur Naugai Sidiya Khoh Kothari Chiutimar Mendradol Khairbaha Bichhali Dagaura Bhalaur Salhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Barkela

Where is Barkela located?
Barkela village is situated in Manendragarh Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkela?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkela is Khairbana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkela?
The pincode of Barkela is 497442, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkela is 657, with 331 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Barkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkela village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkela is 42.62%. The male literacy rate is 48.34%, while the female literacy rate is 36.81%.