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
As per Census 2011, Barkola Kalan village has a total population of 2,155 people, consisting of 1,133 males and 1,022 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,091 literate and 1,064 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkola Kalan are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,155, including 1,133 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Barkola Kalan?
There are 430 households in Barkola Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Barkola Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkola Kalan is 50.63%. Male literacy is 57.11% and female literacy is 43.44%.