Barkalan - Behat, Saharanpur
Barkalan is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Badkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkalan is 108899. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.32 hectares and falls under the 247662 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barkalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkalan
As per Census 2011, Barkalan village has a total population of 814 people, consisting of 441 males and 373 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 814 | 441 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 61 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 127 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 244 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 197 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Barkalan
Barkalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Inderpur Talara | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Inderapur Bhawan | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Haiderpur Hinduwala | West | 1.88 km |
| Abdullapur Mazara Naugaun | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Saleemabad | South | 2.72 km |
| Mohammedpur Jhanjhara | West | 3.20 km |
| Alipur Urf Bhaguwala | South | 3.28 km |
| Nagal Mafi | East | 3.29 km |
| Habibpur Urf Tapoban | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Fatehpur Nauabad | South | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkalan
Barkalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharanpur to Barkalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Barkalan is about 36 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 Barkalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkalan 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 Barkalan
Where is Barkalan located?
Barkalan village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkalan is Badkala.
What is the pincode of Barkalan?
The pincode of Barkalan is 247662.
What is the population of Barkalan?
Barkalan has a total population of 814, including 441 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Barkalan?
There are 179 households in Barkalan.
What is the literacy rate in Barkalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkalan is 48.89%. Male literacy is 55.33% and female literacy is 41.29%.