Barkotha - Sagri, Azamgarh
Barkotha is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Kudaran Tiwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkotha is 193134. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.24 hectares and falls under the 276139 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barkotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkotha
According to the 2011 Census, Barkotha village had a total population of 679 people, including 363 males and 316 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 58.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 549.
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 | 679 | 363 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 58 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 288 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 270 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 93 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Barkotha
Barkotha 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 Barkotha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barkotha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Barkotha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Barkotha is about 21 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 Barkotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkotha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkotha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkotha
Where is Barkotha located?
Barkotha village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkotha is Kudaran Tiwari.
What is the pincode of Barkotha?
The pincode of Barkotha is 276139.
What is the population of Barkotha?
Barkotha had a total population of 679, including 363 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Barkotha?
Barkotha had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkotha was 74.32%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 58.78%.