Barkot
Barkot is a village located in Barkot tehsil of Debagarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Debagarh. As per 2009 stats, Balanda is the gram panchayat of Barkot village.
Barkot has its own place in the vibrant Debagarh 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 Barkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkot is 382880. The village spans a total geographical area of 427 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768110. Debagarh is nearest town to Barkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Barkot
Population of Barkot
Below is a concise population overview of Barkot 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 | 582 | 309 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 169 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 224 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 85 | 147 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkot village:
- The total population of Barkot village is around 582, including approximately 309 males and 273 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Barkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkot village has 369 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 115 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkot village is about 60.14%, with male literacy at 72.49% and female literacy at 46.15%.
- There are around 144 households in Barkot village.
Connectivity of Barkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkot. As per the 2011 stats, Barkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkot
- Where is Barkot located?
- Barkot village is situated in Barkot Tehsil, within the Debagarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkot is Balanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkot?
- The pincode of Barkot is 768110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkot is 582, with 309 males and 273 females.
- How many households are there in Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkot village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkot is 60.14%. The male literacy rate is 72.49%, while the female literacy rate is 46.15%.