Barkachhar

Barkachhar is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Markatola is the gram panchayat of Barkachhar village.

Here you can discover what makes Barkachhar unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Barkachhar’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 Barkachhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkachhar is 447462. The village spans a total geographical area of 330.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494337. Charama is nearest town to Barkachhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Barkachhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barkachhar

According to the 2011 Census, Barkachhar has a total population of about 427, with approximately 206 males and 221 females. The sex ratio is around 1072 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 196. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.39%, with male literacy at about 83.50% and female literacy near 75.57%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkachhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 427 206 221
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 18 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 31 13 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 196 95 101
Literate Population 339 172 167
Illiterate Population 88 34 54

Connectivity of Barkachhar

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barkachhar

Where is Barkachhar located?
Barkachhar village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkachhar is Markatola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkachhar?
The pincode of Barkachhar is 494337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkachhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkachhar is 427, with 206 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Barkachhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkachhar village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkachhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkachhar is 79.39%. The male literacy rate is 83.50%, while the female literacy rate is 75.57%.