Barkhera - Kaimganj, Farrukhabad
Barkhera is a village situated in the Kaimganj tehsil of Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaimganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Farrukhabad. Barkhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera is 145682. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.52 hectares and falls under the 209502 pincode.
Barkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaimganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Farrukhabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhera
As per Census 2011, Barkhera village has a total population of 1,244 people, consisting of 649 males and 595 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,244 | 649 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 184 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 464 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 185 | 279 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahmodpur Pattisafa | East | 1.63 km |
| Garhia Jagannath | West | 1.65 km |
| Chak Merapur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Lalpur Buzurg | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Rashidpur | East | 1.72 km |
| Khetalpur Sauriya | North | 1.90 km |
| Tiyaurkhas | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Karanpur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Jasupur | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Abdullapur | South-West | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhera
Barkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kampil Road, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Farrukhabad to Barkhera is about 45 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkhera
Where is Barkhera located?
Barkhera village is located in Kaimganj Tehsil, Farrukhabad 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 209502.
What is the population of Barkhera?
Barkhera has a total population of 1,244, including 649 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera?
There are 211 households in Barkhera.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera is 62.70%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 53.11%.