Barakandha
Barakandha is a village located in Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mahakalapada (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Barakandha village is also a gram panchayat.
Barakandha has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara 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 Barakandha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakandha is 397106. The village spans a total geographical area of 199 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754224. Paradip is nearest town to Barakandha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Barakandha
Below is a concise population overview of Barakandha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,741 | 854 | 887 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 112 | 117 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,183 | 643 | 540 |
Illiterate Population | 558 | 211 | 347 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakandha village:
- The total population of Barakandha village is around 1,741, including approximately 854 males and 887 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Barakandha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barakandha village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barakandha village is about 67.95%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 60.88%.
- There are around 337 households in Barakandha village.
Connectivity of Barakandha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakandha. As per the 2011 stats, Barakandha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakandha
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakandha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakandha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakandha
- Where is Barakandha located?
- Barakandha village is situated in Mahakalapada Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakandha?
- Barakandha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barakandha?
- The pincode of Barakandha is 754224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakandha is 1,741, with 854 males and 887 females.
- How many households are there in Barakandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakandha village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakandha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakandha is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 75.29%, while the female literacy rate is 60.88%.