Barkoda - Narnaul, Mahendragarh
Barkoda is a village situated in the Narnaul tehsil of Mahendragarh district, Haryana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narnaul and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Mahendragarh. Barkoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkoda is 062184. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 123001 pincode. Narnaul is the nearest town.
Barkoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narnaul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkoda
According to the 2011 Census, Barkoda village had a total population of 1,691 people, including 885 males and 806 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.68%, with male literacy at 94.69% and female literacy at 65.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 329.
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 | 1,691 | 885 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 132 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 180 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 713 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 172 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Barkoda
Barkoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargaon | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Kutbapur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Sharahpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Meerpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Nuni Kalan | North | 2.76 km |
| Nasibpur | West | 2.95 km |
| Patikra | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Chhapra Salimpur | East | 3.73 km |
| Dublana | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Lehroda | North-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkoda
Barkoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narnaul, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahendragarh to Barkoda is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkoda 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 Barkoda
Where is Barkoda located?
Barkoda village is located in Narnaul Tehsil, Mahendragarh district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkoda?
Barkoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkoda?
The pincode of Barkoda is 123001.
What is the population of Barkoda?
Barkoda had a total population of 1,691, including 885 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Barkoda?
Barkoda had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkoda was 80.68%. Male literacy was 94.69% and female literacy was 65.77%.