Barikia

Barikia is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Mediakia is the gram panchayat of Barikia village.

Barikia has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal 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 Barikia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barikia is 416708. The village spans a total geographical area of 418 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762109. Phulabani is nearest town to Barikia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 96km away.

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Population of Barikia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 332 161 171
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 37 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 331 161 170
Literate Population 139 84 55
Illiterate Population 193 77 116

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

  • The total population of Barikia village is around 332, including approximately 161 males and 171 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Barikia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barikia village has 331 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barikia village is about 41.87%, with male literacy at 52.17% and female literacy at 32.16%.
  • There are around 78 households in Barikia village.

Connectivity of Barikia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barikia. As per the 2011 stats, Barikia 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barikia

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

Jadipada Kurumangia Ladamila Olimaha Panguramila Dangamila Shasergan Budhaamba Gumudumaha Sralijadi Jiakangia

Frequently Asked Questions about Barikia

Where is Barikia located?
Barikia village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barikia is Mediakia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barikia?
The pincode of Barikia is 762109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barikia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barikia is 332, with 161 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Barikia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barikia village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barikia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barikia is 41.87%. The male literacy rate is 52.17%, while the female literacy rate is 32.16%.