Barkola - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Barkola is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Sri Kantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkola is 194448. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.16 hectares and falls under the 276206 pincode. Nizamabad is the nearest town.
Barkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkola
According to the 2011 Census, Barkola village had a total population of 535 people, including 249 males and 286 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 83.58% and female literacy at 59.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 535 | 249 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 168 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 81 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Barkola
Barkola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotwalipur | South | 0.32 km |
| Bhairopur Kala | North-East | 0.54 km |
| Sri Kantpur | North-West | 0.72 km |
| Nasirpur Aima | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Amhatofir | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Pura Yar Mohammad | North | 0.90 km |
| Maruphpur Kasim Ali | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Todarpur Durga Prasad | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Dandawa | South | 1.26 km |
| Manik Chadpur | East | 1.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkola
Barkola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Phariha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Azamgarh to Barkola 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 Barkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkola 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 Barkola
Where is Barkola located?
Barkola village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkola?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkola is Sri Kantpur.
What is the pincode of Barkola?
The pincode of Barkola is 276206.
What is the population of Barkola?
Barkola had a total population of 535, including 249 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Barkola?
Barkola had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkola was 70.31%. Male literacy was 83.58% and female literacy was 59.92%.