Barkola Kalan - Naraini, Banda
Barkola Kalan is a village situated in the Naraini tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraini and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Barkola Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkola Kalan is 155381. The village covers a total geographical area of 535.01 hectares and falls under the 210129 pincode.
Barkola Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkola Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Barkola Kalan village had a total population of 2,155 people, including 1,133 males and 1,022 females, living in 430 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.49%, with male literacy at 70.10% and female literacy at 53.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 2,155 | 1,133 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 210 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 116 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 647 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 486 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Barkola Kalan
Barkola Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shah Patan | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Ranjitpur | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Gopara | South | 2.42 km |
| Pukari | West | 2.56 km |
| Jamawara | North | 3.15 km |
| Shahbajpur | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Ran Khera | South | 3.91 km |
| Mukera | West | 4.48 km |
| Lahureta | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Gudha Kalan | East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkola Kalan
Barkola Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Atarra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Banda to Barkola Kalan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkola Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkola Kalan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkola Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Barkola Kalan
Where is Barkola Kalan located?
Barkola Kalan village is located in Naraini Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkola Kalan?
Barkola Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkola Kalan?
The pincode of Barkola Kalan is 210129.
What is the population of Barkola Kalan?
Barkola Kalan had a total population of 2,155, including 1,133 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Barkola Kalan?
Barkola Kalan had 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkola Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkola Kalan was 62.49%. Male literacy was 70.10% and female literacy was 53.95%.