Barkai - Sarona, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Barkai is a village situated in the Sarona tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Narharpur and around 26 km from Kanker. Malgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkai is 447977. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.88 hectares and falls under the 494335 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barkai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkai
According to the 2011 Census, Barkai village had a total population of 992 people, including 472 males and 520 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.48%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 501.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 | 472 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 242 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 318 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 154 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Barkai
Barkai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkai
Barkai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kanker to Barkai is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkai
Where is Barkai located?
Barkai village is located in Sarona Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkai is Malgoan.
What is the pincode of Barkai?
The pincode of Barkai is 494335.
What is the population of Barkai?
Barkai had a total population of 992, including 472 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Barkai?
Barkai had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkai was 68.48%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 60.00%.