Barkachhar - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Barkachhar is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Chavadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkachhar is 447462. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.73 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barkachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkachhar
As per Census 2011, Barkachhar village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 206 males and 221 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkachhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Barkachhar
Barkachhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chawadi | North | 1.35 km |
| Dallidih | North | 2.63 km |
| Chapeli | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Lilejhar | South | 3.00 km |
| Bargari | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Badegauri | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Markatola | West | 3.48 km |
| Sirsida | East | 3.79 km |
| Salhetola | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Charbhatha | North | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkachhar
Barkachhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Barkachhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Barkachhar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barkachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkachhar
Where is Barkachhar located?
Barkachhar village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkachhar is Chavadi.
What is the pincode of Barkachhar?
The pincode of Barkachhar is 494337.
What is the population of Barkachhar?
Barkachhar has a total population of 427, including 206 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Barkachhar?
There are 127 households in Barkachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Barkachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkachhar is 79.39%. Male literacy is 83.50% and female literacy is 75.57%.