Barakanki
Barakanki is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (rajnagar) (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Bana is the gram panchayat of Barakanki village.
Barakanki has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan 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 Barakanki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakanki is 379494. The village spans a total geographical area of 98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832113. Gobindpur is nearest town to Barakanki village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barakanki 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 Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum 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 Barakanki
Below is a concise population overview of Barakanki 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 | 674 | 341 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 69 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 152 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 189 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakanki village:
- The total population of Barakanki village is around 674, including approximately 341 males and 333 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Barakanki village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barakanki village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barakanki village is about 41.99%, with male literacy at 44.57% and female literacy at 39.34%.
- There are around 130 households in Barakanki village.
Connectivity of Barakanki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakanki. As per the 2011 stats, Barakanki 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakanki
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakanki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakanki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakanki
- Where is Barakanki located?
- Barakanki village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakanki?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barakanki is Bana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barakanki?
- The pincode of Barakanki is 832113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakanki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakanki is 674, with 341 males and 333 females.
- How many households are there in Barakanki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakanki village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakanki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakanki is 41.99%. The male literacy rate is 44.57%, while the female literacy rate is 39.34%.