Barakanahalu - Chiknayakanhalli, Tumakuru

Barakanahalu is a village situated in the Chiknayakanhalli taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Chikkanayakanahalli and around 85 km from Tumkur. Barakanallu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barakanahalu village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakanahalu is 610136. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.78 hectares and falls under the 572228 pincode. Chiknayakanhalli is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.

Barakanahalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiknayakanhalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Barakanahalu

As per Census 2011, Barakanahalu village has a total population of 1,037 people, consisting of 520 males and 517 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 707 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barakanahalu are given below:

Nearby Villages of Barakanahalu

Barakanahalu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Barakanahalu

Barakanahalu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kardi, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiknayakanhalli to Barakanahalu is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Barakanahalu is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Barakanahalu

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakanahalu village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Barakanahalu

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakanahalu village are given below:

FAQs about Barakanahalu