Barkuli - Kuliana, Mayurbhanj
Barkuli is a village situated in the Kuliana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Koliana and around 20 km from Baripada. Parulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkuli is 389384. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Barkuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkuli
According to the 2011 Census, Barkuli village had a total population of 162 people, including 86 males and 76 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 89.87% and female literacy at 69.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 71 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Barkuli
Barkuli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkuli
Barkuli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barkuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Barkuli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Barkuli is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkuli
Where is Barkuli located?
Barkuli village is located in Kuliana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkuli is Parulia.
What is the pincode of Barkuli?
The pincode of Barkuli is 757030.
What is the population of Barkuli?
Barkuli had a total population of 162, including 86 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Barkuli?
Barkuli had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkuli was 80.00%. Male literacy was 89.87% and female literacy was 69.01%.