Barkhera Gaja - Chandausi, Sambhal
Barkhera Gaja is a village situated in the Chandausi tehsil of Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Chandausi and around 75 km from Moradabad. Barheria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhera Gaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera Gaja is 116089. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.81 hectares and falls under the 244410 pincode. Bahjoi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barkhera Gaja 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 Asmoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambhal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhera Gaja
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhera Gaja village had a total population of 312 people, including 167 males and 145 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.77%, with male literacy at 56.12% and female literacy at 36.29%.
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 | 312 | 167 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 78 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 89 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera Gaja
Barkhera Gaja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arjunpur Khurd | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Barheria | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Latifpur Pachtaura | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Barkhera Sonak | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Kunwarpur | South | 1.68 km |
| Kuriram | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Esapur Sani Urf Lathira | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Hasanpur Khurd | East | 2.40 km |
| Shivrajpur | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Chakarpur Memri | West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhera Gaja
Barkhera Gaja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pathakpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahjoi to Barkhera Gaja is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Moradabad to Barkhera Gaja is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera Gaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera Gaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhera Gaja
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 Gaja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkhera Gaja
Where is Barkhera Gaja located?
Barkhera Gaja village is located in Chandausi Tehsil, Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhera Gaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhera Gaja is Barheria.
What is the pincode of Barkhera Gaja?
The pincode of Barkhera Gaja is 244410.
What is the population of Barkhera Gaja?
Barkhera Gaja had a total population of 312, including 167 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera Gaja?
Barkhera Gaja had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera Gaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera Gaja was 46.77%. Male literacy was 56.12% and female literacy was 36.29%.