Barakana

Barakana is a village located in Bant tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Bant (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Basantia is the gram panchayat of Barakana village.

Barakana has its own place in the vibrant Bhadrak 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 Barakana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakana is 394390. The village spans a total geographical area of 92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756144. Bhadrak is nearest town to Barakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Barakana

Below is a concise population overview of Barakana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 518 268 250
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 32 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) 239 117 122
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 417 222 195
Illiterate Population 101 46 55

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakana village:

  • The total population of Barakana village is around 518, including approximately 268 males and 250 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Barakana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barakana village has 239 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barakana village is about 80.50%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 78.00%.
  • There are around 108 households in Barakana village.

Connectivity of Barakana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakana. As per the 2011 stats, Barakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barakana

Knowing the nearby villages of Barakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakana.

Narasingpur Nimapada Dhaniojha Ajanagadia Ramapur Sahadagadia Balipur Katina Basantia Apanda Chainpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Barakana

Where is Barakana located?
Barakana village is situated in Bant Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakana is Basantia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barakana?
The pincode of Barakana is 756144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakana is 518, with 268 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Barakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barakana village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakana is 80.50%. The male literacy rate is 82.84%, while the female literacy rate is 78.00%.