Barkol Kalan
Barkol Kalan is a village located in Bhandaria subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Ranka (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Tehri is the gram panchayat of Barkol Kalan village.
Barkol Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 Barkol Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkol Kalan is 348002. The village spans a total geographical area of 438.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822125. Bhandaria is nearest town to Barkol Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barkol Kalan 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 Daltonganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palamau Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Barkol Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Barkol Kalan 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 | 519 | 257 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 33 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 151 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 144 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 113 | 174 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkol Kalan village:
- The total population of Barkol Kalan village is around 519, including approximately 257 males and 262 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Barkol Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkol Kalan village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 304 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkol Kalan village is about 44.70%, with male literacy at 56.03% and female literacy at 33.59%.
- There are around 111 households in Barkol Kalan village.
Connectivity of Barkol Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkol Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Barkol Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkol Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkol Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkol Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkol Kalan
- Where is Barkol Kalan located?
- Barkol Kalan village is situated in Bhandaria Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkol Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkol Kalan is Tehri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkol Kalan?
- The pincode of Barkol Kalan is 822125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkol Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkol Kalan is 519, with 257 males and 262 females.
- How many households are there in Barkol Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkol Kalan village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkol Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkol Kalan is 44.70%. The male literacy rate is 56.03%, while the female literacy rate is 33.59%.