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.
Here you can discover what makes Barakandha unique in its vibrant Mahakalapada-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Barakandha’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 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.
Google Map of Barakandha
Population of Barakandha
According to the 2011 Census, Barakandha has a total population of about 1,741, with approximately 854 males and 887 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.95%, with male literacy at about 75.29% and female literacy near 60.88%. There are around 337 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barakandha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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%.