Barkatabad - Bahadurgarh, Jhajjar
Barkatabad is a village situated in the Bahadurgarh tehsil of Jhajjar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurgarh and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Jhajjar. Bir Barkatbad Sainian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkatabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkatabad is 061776. The village covers a total geographical area of 841 hectares and falls under the 124508 pincode. Bahadurgharh is the nearest town.
Barkatabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bahadurgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rohtak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkatabad
According to the 2011 Census, Barkatabad village had a total population of 4,282 people, including 2,340 males and 1,942 females, living in 760 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.80%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 74.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 458.
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 | 4,282 | 2,340 | 1,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 324 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 245 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,129 | 1,848 | 1,281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 492 | 661 |
Nearby Villages of Barkatabad
Barkatabad 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 Barkatabad
Barkatabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barkatabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jhajjar to Barkatabad is about 28 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 Barkatabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkatabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkatabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkatabad 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkatabad
Where is Barkatabad located?
Barkatabad village is located in Bahadurgarh Tehsil, Jhajjar district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkatabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkatabad is Bir Barkatbad Sainian.
What is the pincode of Barkatabad?
The pincode of Barkatabad is 124508.
What is the population of Barkatabad?
Barkatabad had a total population of 4,282, including 2,340 males and 1,942 females.
How many households are there in Barkatabad?
Barkatabad had 760 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkatabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkatabad was 83.80%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 74.56%.