Barikanta
About Barikanta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barikanta village is 428463. Barikanta village is located in Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dasamantapur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Dasmanthpur is the gram panchayat of Barikanta village.
The total geographical area of village is 366 hectares. Barikanta has a total population of 878 peoples, out of which male population is 530 while female population is 348. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 656 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barikanta village is 43.17% out of which 55.28% males and 24.71% females are literate. There are about 181 houses in barikanta village. Pincode of barikanta village locality is 764028.
Koraput is nearest town to barikanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
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Population of Barikanta
The population details of Barikanta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 530 | 348 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 16 | 16 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 598 | 391 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 293 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 237 | 262 |
Connectivity of Barikanta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barikanta
Where is Barikanta located?
Barikanta village is situated in Dasamantapur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barikanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Barikanta is Dasmanthpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barikanta?
The pincode of Barikanta is 764028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barikanta is 878, with 530 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Barikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barikanta village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barikanta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barikanta is 43.17%. The male literacy rate is 55.28%, while the female literacy rate is 24.71%.