Barka

Barka is a village located in Bhander tehsil of Datia district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Bhander (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Datia. As per 2009 stats, Barka village is also a gram panchayat.

Barka has its own place in the vibrant Datia 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 Barka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barka is 454863. The village spans a total geographical area of 631.6 hectares. Datia is nearest town to Barka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.

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Population of Barka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,860 1,014 846
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 272 151 121
Scheduled Castes (SC) 325 185 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,150 713 437
Illiterate Population 710 301 409

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

  • The total population of Barka village is around 1,860, including approximately 1,014 males and 846 females, with a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 272 children aged 0–6 years in Barka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barka village has 325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barka village is about 61.83%, with male literacy at 70.32% and female literacy at 51.65%.
  • There are around 339 households in Barka village.

Connectivity of Barka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barka. As per the 2011 stats, Barka 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 Barka

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barka

Where is Barka located?
Barka village is situated in Bhander Tehsil, within the Datia district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barka?
Barka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Barka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barka is 1,860, with 1,014 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Barka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barka village has a total of 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barka is 61.83%. The male literacy rate is 70.32%, while the female literacy rate is 51.65%.