Barkani - Bangomunda, Balangir
Barkani is a village situated in the Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangomunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Chulifunka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkani is 421289. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 767040 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Barkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkani
As per Census 2011, Barkani village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 123 males and 121 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 75 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 48 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Barkani
Barkani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkani
Public transport in the Barkani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barkani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kantabanji to Barkani is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Barkani 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 Barkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkani
Where is Barkani located?
Barkani village is located in Bangomunda Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkani is Chulifunka.
What is the pincode of Barkani?
The pincode of Barkani is 767040.
What is the population of Barkani?
Barkani has a total population of 244, including 123 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Barkani?
There are 62 households in Barkani.
What is the literacy rate in Barkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkani is 47.13%. Male literacy is 60.98% and female literacy is 33.06%.