Barakhandia
Barakhandia is a village located in Jhumpura tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Jhumpura (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Khuntapada is the gram panchayat of Barakhandia village.
Here you can discover what makes Barakhandia unique in its vibrant Jhumpura-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Barakhandia’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 Barakhandia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakhandia is 385547. The village spans a total geographical area of 393 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758031. Champua is nearest town to Barakhandia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barakhandia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barakhandia
Population of Barakhandia
According to the 2011 Census, Barakhandia has a total population of about 1,450, with approximately 736 males and 714 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 647. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.41%, with male literacy at about 53.40% and female literacy near 43.28%. There are around 334 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barakhandia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,450 | 736 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 154 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 647 | 323 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 393 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 343 | 405 |
Connectivity of Barakhandia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakhandia. As per the 2011 stats, Barakhandia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakhandia
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakhandia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakhandia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakhandia
- Where is Barakhandia located?
- Barakhandia village is situated in Jhumpura Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakhandia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barakhandia is Khuntapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barakhandia?
- The pincode of Barakhandia is 758031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakhandia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakhandia is 1,450, with 736 males and 714 females.
- How many households are there in Barakhandia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakhandia village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakhandia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakhandia is 48.41%. The male literacy rate is 53.40%, while the female literacy rate is 43.28%.