Barkoni (Barmani) - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Barkoni (Barmani) is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chitrangi and around 45 km from Singrauli. Barmani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkoni (Barmani) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkoni (Barmani) is 503598. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.39 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barkoni (Barmani) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkoni (Barmani)
As per Census 2011, Barkoni (Barmani) village has a total population of 1,616 people, consisting of 829 males and 787 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkoni (Barmani) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,616 | 829 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 172 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 200 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 102 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 475 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 354 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Barkoni (Barmani)
Barkoni (Barmani) 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Birkuniya | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Lotan | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Karaila | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Pipra | West | 2.91 km |
| Barhati | West | 3.87 km |
| Parsohar | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Ingura | South | 4.34 km |
| Pondi (bagdari) | North | 4.92 km |
| Phuljhar | South | 5.44 km |
| Kasar | South-West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkoni (Barmani)
Public transport in the Barkoni (Barmani) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahdeiya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Barkoni (Barmani) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Barkoni (Barmani) is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkoni (Barmani)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkoni (Barmani) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkoni (Barmani)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkoni (Barmani) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkoni (Barmani)
Where is Barkoni (Barmani) located?
Barkoni (Barmani) village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkoni (Barmani)?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkoni (Barmani) is Barmani.
What is the pincode of Barkoni (Barmani)?
The pincode of Barkoni (Barmani) is 486882.
What is the population of Barkoni (Barmani)?
Barkoni (Barmani) has a total population of 1,616, including 829 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Barkoni (Barmani)?
There are 340 households in Barkoni (Barmani).
What is the literacy rate in Barkoni (Barmani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkoni (Barmani) is 45.79%. Male literacy is 57.30% and female literacy is 33.67%.