Barkeli - Rampur, Shimla
Barkeli is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkeli is 023627. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.02 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Barkeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkeli
According to the 2011 Census, Barkeli village had a total population of 338 people, including 155 males and 183 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.03%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 55.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 338 | 155 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 81 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 44 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Barkeli
Barkeli 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 Barkeli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barkeli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Barkeli is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barkeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkeli 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 Barkeli
Where is Barkeli located?
Barkeli village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkeli is Barach.
What is the pincode of Barkeli?
The pincode of Barkeli is 172001.
What is the population of Barkeli?
Barkeli had a total population of 338, including 155 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Barkeli?
Barkeli had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkeli was 66.03%. Male literacy was 79.29% and female literacy was 55.43%.