Barkala

Barkala is a village located in Chakulia subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chakulia (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Malkundi is the gram panchayat of Barkala village.

Barkala has its own place in the vibrant Purbi Singhbhum 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 Barkala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkala is 364427. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.22 hectares. Chakulia is nearest town to Barkala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Barkala

Below is a concise population overview of Barkala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 453 223 230
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 32 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 95 53 42
Literate Population 277 155 122
Illiterate Population 176 68 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkala village:

  • The total population of Barkala village is around 453, including approximately 223 males and 230 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Barkala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkala village has 95 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barkala village is about 61.15%, with male literacy at 69.51% and female literacy at 53.04%.
  • There are around 109 households in Barkala village.

Connectivity of Barkala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkala. As per the 2011 stats, Barkala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkala

Knowing the nearby villages of Barkala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkala.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barkala

Where is Barkala located?
Barkala village is situated in Chakulia Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkala?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkala is Malkundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkala is 453, with 223 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkala village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkala is 61.15%. The male literacy rate is 69.51%, while the female literacy rate is 53.04%.