Barkol

Barkol is a village located in Lundra tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Lundra (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Barkol village is also a gram panchayat.

Barkol has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Barkol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkol is 433407. The village spans a total geographical area of 556.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497101. Ambikapur is nearest town to Barkol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Barkol

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,233 631 602
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 179 93 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 847 426 421
Literate Population 486 287 199
Illiterate Population 747 344 403

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

  • The total population of Barkol village is around 1,233, including approximately 631 males and 602 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Barkol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkol village has 847 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barkol village is about 39.42%, with male literacy at 45.48% and female literacy at 33.06%.
  • There are around 282 households in Barkol village.

Connectivity of Barkol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkol. As per the 2011 stats, Barkol 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 Barkol

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barkol

Where is Barkol located?
Barkol village is situated in Lundra Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkol?
Barkol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Barkol?
The pincode of Barkol is 497101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkol is 1,233, with 631 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Barkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkol village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkol is 39.42%. The male literacy rate is 45.48%, while the female literacy rate is 33.06%.