Barikhal - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Barikhal is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Telengapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barikhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barikhal is 425055. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barikhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barikhal
According to the 2011 Census, Barikhal village had a total population of 289 people, including 149 males and 140 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.41%, with male literacy at 60.80% and female literacy at 30.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 76 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 73 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Barikhal
Barikhal 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 Barikhal
Barikhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barikhal.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Barikhal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Barikhal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barikhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barikhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barikhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barikhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barikhal
Where is Barikhal located?
Barikhal village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barikhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Barikhal is Telengapadar.
What is the pincode of Barikhal?
The pincode of Barikhal is 765020.
What is the population of Barikhal?
Barikhal had a total population of 289, including 149 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Barikhal?
Barikhal had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barikhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barikhal was 46.41%. Male literacy was 60.80% and female literacy was 30.36%.