Barkal - Taklech, Shimla
Barkal is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 120 km from Shimla. Munish serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkal is 023673. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.16 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Barkal 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 Barkal
According to the 2011 Census, Barkal village had a total population of 128 people, including 69 males and 59 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.22%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Barkal
Barkal 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 Barkal
Barkal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Barkal is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkal
Where is Barkal located?
Barkal village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkal is Munish.
What is the pincode of Barkal?
The pincode of Barkal is 172022.
What is the population of Barkal?
Barkal had a total population of 128, including 69 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Barkal?
Barkal had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkal was 75.22%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 66.67%.