Barikel
Barikel is a village located in Padmapur tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Padmapur (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Baarikel is the gram panchayat of Barikel village.
Here you can discover what makes Barikel unique in its vibrant Padmapur-Bargarh region. You’ll see Barikel’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 Barikel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barikel is 379989. The village spans a total geographical area of 652 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768039. Padmapur is nearest town to Barikel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Barikel
Population of Barikel
According to the 2011 Census, Barikel has a total population of about 2,986, with approximately 1,518 males and 1,468 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 302 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 652 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 361. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.35%, with male literacy at about 68.12% and female literacy near 52.32%. There are around 781 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barikel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,986 | 1,518 | 1,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 160 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 316 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 186 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 1,802 | 1,034 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,184 | 484 | 700 |
Connectivity of Barikel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barikel. As per the 2011 stats, Barikel 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 Barikel
Knowing the nearby villages of Barikel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barikel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barikel
- Where is Barikel located?
- Barikel village is situated in Padmapur Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barikel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barikel is Baarikel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barikel?
- The pincode of Barikel is 768039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barikel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barikel is 2,986, with 1,518 males and 1,468 females.
- How many households are there in Barikel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barikel village has a total of 781 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barikel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barikel is 60.35%. The male literacy rate is 68.12%, while the female literacy rate is 52.32%.