Barkahar
Barkahar is a village located in Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpura (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Imeliya 7 is the gram panchayat of Barkahar village.
Here you can discover what makes Barkahar unique in its vibrant Shahpura-Jabalpur region. You’ll see Barkahar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barkahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkahar is 489623. The village spans a total geographical area of 648 hectares. Shahpura is nearest town to Barkahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barkahar 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 Bargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barkahar
Population of Barkahar
According to the 2011 Census, Barkahar has a total population of about 427, with approximately 217 males and 210 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 338. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.57%, with male literacy at about 67.74% and female literacy near 63.33%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 427 | 217 | 210 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 173 | 165 |
Literate Population | 280 | 147 | 133 |
Illiterate Population | 147 | 70 | 77 |
Connectivity of Barkahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkahar. As per the 2011 stats, Barkahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Barkahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkahar
- Where is Barkahar located?
- Barkahar village is situated in Shahpura Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkahar is Imeliya 7 (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barkahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkahar is 427, with 217 males and 210 females.
- How many households are there in Barkahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkahar village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkahar is 65.57%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 63.33%.