Barakhama - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Barakhama is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakhama is 416605. The village covers a total geographical area of 675 hectares and falls under the 762013 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Barakhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barakhama
As per Census 2011, Barakhama village has a total population of 3,127 people, consisting of 1,551 males and 1,576 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,900 literate and 1,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,465 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barakhama are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Barakhama
Barakhama 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 Barakhama
Public transport in the Barakhama is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Barakhama is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barakhama is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakhama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barakhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakhama 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barakhama
Where is Barakhama located?
Barakhama village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakhama?
Barakhama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barakhama?
The pincode of Barakhama is 762013.
What is the population of Barakhama?
Barakhama has a total population of 3,127, including 1,551 males and 1,576 females.
How many households are there in Barakhama?
There are 777 households in Barakhama.
What is the literacy rate in Barakhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakhama is 60.76%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 50.63%.