Barakhua
Barakhua is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gopinathpur is the gram panchayat of Barakhua village.
Here you can discover what makes Barakhua unique in its vibrant Baleshwar Sadar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Barakhua’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 Barakhua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakhua is 392728. The village spans a total geographical area of 68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756027. Baleshwar is nearest town to Barakhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
As per 2019 stats, Barakhua village comes under Balasore assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Barakhua
Population of Barakhua
According to the 2011 Census, Barakhua has a total population of about 209, with approximately 102 males and 107 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 159. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.37%, with male literacy at about 63.73% and female literacy near 53.27%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barakhua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 102 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 77 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 37 | 50 |
Connectivity of Barakhua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakhua. As per the 2011 stats, Barakhua 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakhua
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakhua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakhua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakhua
- Where is Barakhua located?
- Barakhua village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakhua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barakhua is Gopinathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barakhua?
- The pincode of Barakhua is 756027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakhua is 209, with 102 males and 107 females.
- How many households are there in Barakhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakhua village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakhua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakhua is 58.37%. The male literacy rate is 63.73%, while the female literacy rate is 53.27%.