Barkoli
Barkoli is a village located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 105km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Barkoli village. As per 2009 stats, Jawag Chhamrog is the gram panchayat of Barkoli village.
Barkoli has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barkoli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkoli is 025497. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171226. Chaupal is nearest town to Barkoli village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barkoli village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barkoli
Population of Barkoli
Below is a concise population overview of Barkoli as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 154 | 87 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 42 | 50 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkoli village:
- The total population of Barkoli village is around 246, including approximately 129 males and 117 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Barkoli village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkoli village has 111 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barkoli village is about 62.60%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 57.26%.
- There are around 51 households in Barkoli village.
Connectivity of Barkoli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkoli. As per the 2011 stats, Barkoli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkoli
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkoli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkoli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkoli
- Where is Barkoli located?
- Barkoli village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkoli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkoli is Jawag Chhamrog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkoli?
- The pincode of Barkoli is 171226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkoli is 246, with 129 males and 117 females.
- How many households are there in Barkoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkoli village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkoli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkoli is 62.60%. The male literacy rate is 67.44%, while the female literacy rate is 57.26%.