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.
Barikel has its own place in the vibrant Bargarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Barikel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barikel village:
- The total population of Barikel village is around 2,986, including approximately 1,518 males and 1,468 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 302 children aged 0–6 years in Barikel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barikel village has 652 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 361 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barikel village is about 60.35%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 52.32%.
- There are around 781 households in Barikel village.
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%.