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.
Here you can discover what makes Barkela unique in its vibrant Manendragarh-Koriya region. You’ll see Barkela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Barkela
Population of Barkela
According to the 2011 Census, Barkela has a total population of about 657, with approximately 331 males and 326 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 444. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.62%, with male literacy at about 48.34% and female literacy near 36.81%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.