Barkagaon
Barkagaon is a village located in Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Barkagaon. Barkagaon is the sub-district headquarter of Barkagaon village. As per 2009 stats, Barkagaon Middle is the gram panchayat of Barkagaon village.
Barkagaon has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh 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 Barkagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkagaon is 368797. The village spans a total geographical area of 341 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825311. Barkagaon is nearest town to Barkagaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barkagaon 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 Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barkagaon
Population of Barkagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Barkagaon 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 | 11,689 | 6,023 | 5,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,697 | 890 | 807 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,135 | 1,106 | 1,029 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 7,180 | 4,117 | 3,063 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,509 | 1,906 | 2,603 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkagaon village:
- The total population of Barkagaon village is around 11,689, including approximately 6,023 males and 5,666 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,697 children aged 0–6 years in Barkagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkagaon village has 2,135 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkagaon village is about 61.43%, with male literacy at 68.35% and female literacy at 54.06%.
- There are around 2,063 households in Barkagaon village.
Connectivity of Barkagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Barkagaon 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 Barkagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkagaon
- Where is Barkagaon located?
- Barkagaon village is situated in Barkagaon Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkagaon is Barkagaon Middle (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkagaon?
- The pincode of Barkagaon is 825311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkagaon is 11,689, with 6,023 males and 5,666 females.
- How many households are there in Barkagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkagaon village has a total of 2,063 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkagaon is 61.43%. The male literacy rate is 68.35%, while the female literacy rate is 54.06%.