Barkhandia - Debagarh, Deogarh
Barkhandia is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Debagarh and around 25 km from Debagarh. Jharagogua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhandia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhandia is 382673. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Barkhandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhandia
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhandia village had a total population of 74 people, including 32 males and 42 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.57%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 54.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhandia
Barkhandia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhandia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barkhandia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Barkhandia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Barkhandia is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhandia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkhandia
Where is Barkhandia located?
Barkhandia village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhandia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhandia is Jharagogua.
What is the pincode of Barkhandia?
The pincode of Barkhandia is 768108.
What is the population of Barkhandia?
Barkhandia had a total population of 74, including 32 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Barkhandia?
Barkhandia had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhandia was 65.57%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 54.29%.