Barkhera - Bisauli, Budaun
Barkhera is a village situated in the Bisauli tehsil of Budaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisauli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Budaun. Barkhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera is 127613. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.83 hectares and falls under the 243725 pincode. Bisauli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bisauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Badaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhera village had a total population of 1,042 people, including 586 males and 456 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.60%, with male literacy at 72.27% and female literacy at 41.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 1,042 | 586 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 110 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 344 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 242 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera
Barkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kichakpur | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Mangadpur | East | 0.82 km |
| Kaloopur | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Purohit Khera | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Kamalpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Sichaulli | West | 1.64 km |
| Mohammadpur Mai | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Fatehullapur | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Madanjhuri | North | 1.80 km |
| Hashampur | North-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhera
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Barkhera. The nearest railway station is Dabtara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.7 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bisauli to Barkhera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budaun to Barkhera is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera 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 Barkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhera 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 Barkhera
Where is Barkhera located?
Barkhera village is located in Bisauli Tehsil, Budaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhera?
Barkhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkhera?
The pincode of Barkhera is 243725.
What is the population of Barkhera?
Barkhera had a total population of 1,042, including 586 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera?
Barkhera had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera was 58.60%. Male literacy was 72.27% and female literacy was 41.42%.