Barakhama
Barakhama is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Barakhama village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barakhama unique in its vibrant Baliguda-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Barakhama’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 Barakhama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakhama is 416605. The village spans a total geographical area of 675 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762110. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Barakhama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 79km away.
Google Map of Barakhama
Population of Barakhama
According to the 2011 Census, Barakhama has a total population of about 3,127, with approximately 1,551 males and 1,576 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 410 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 216 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,465. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.76%, with male literacy at about 71.05% and female literacy near 50.63%. There are around 777 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barakhama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,127 | 1,551 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 202 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 98 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,465 | 731 | 734 |
| Literate Population | 1,900 | 1,102 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 449 | 778 |
Connectivity of Barakhama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakhama. As per the 2011 stats, Barakhama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakhama
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakhama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakhama
- Where is Barakhama located?
- Barakhama village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakhama?
- Barakhama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barakhama?
- The pincode of Barakhama is 762110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakhama is 3,127, with 1,551 males and 1,576 females.
- How many households are there in Barakhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakhama village has a total of 777 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakhama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakhama is 60.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.05%, while the female literacy rate is 50.63%.