Barkona - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Barkona is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Umarkote and around 69 km from Nabarangapur . Bhamini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkona is 427349. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkona
As per Census 2011, Barkona village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 314 males and 311 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 314 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 185 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 129 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Barkona
Barkona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pujaribharandi | East | 1.67 km |
| Dangriguda | North | 1.80 km |
| Batibeda | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Darpaguda | North | 2.32 km |
| Bamini | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Khanda | South | 2.48 km |
| Baiparibhata | West | 2.72 km |
| Chhanchanbeda | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Birisadi | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Adhikariguda | East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkona
Barkona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Barkona is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Barkona is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkona 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkona
Where is Barkona located?
Barkona village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkona is Bhamini.
What is the pincode of Barkona?
The pincode of Barkona is 764073.
What is the population of Barkona?
Barkona has a total population of 625, including 314 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Barkona?
There are 131 households in Barkona.
What is the literacy rate in Barkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkona is 50.72%. Male literacy is 58.92% and female literacy is 42.44%.