Barkoli - Chaupal, Shimla
Barkoli is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jawag Chhamrog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkoli is 025497. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.26 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Barkoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkoli
According to the 2011 Census, Barkoli village had a total population of 246 people, including 129 males and 117 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.14%, with male literacy at 73.11% and female literacy at 62.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 87 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 42 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Barkoli
Barkoli 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 Barkoli
Public transport in the Barkoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Barkoli is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkoli
Where is Barkoli located?
Barkoli village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkoli is Jawag Chhamrog.
What is the pincode of Barkoli?
The pincode of Barkoli is 171211.
What is the population of Barkoli?
Barkoli had a total population of 246, including 129 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Barkoli?
Barkoli had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkoli was 68.14%. Male literacy was 73.11% and female literacy was 62.62%.