Barkhohara - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Barkhohara is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Barkhohara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhohara is 214307. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.3 hectares and falls under the 231226 pincode.
Barkhohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhohara
As per Census 2011, Barkhohara village has a total population of 1,077 people, consisting of 560 males and 517 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkhohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,077 | 560 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 92 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 270 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 311 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 249 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhohara
Barkhohara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bairkhar | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Chak Bairkhar | West | 2.55 km |
| Kudari | West | 3.33 km |
| Goitha | North | 3.41 km |
| Harpura | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Samo Alias Suru | East | 4.14 km |
| Sundari | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Amawar | West | 5.24 km |
| Dhorpa | North | 5.50 km |
| Chhatarpur | North | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhohara
Barkhohara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.8 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 Sonbhadra to Barkhohara is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhohara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhohara 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 Barkhohara
Where is Barkhohara located?
Barkhohara village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkhohara?
Barkhohara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkhohara?
The pincode of Barkhohara is 231226.
What is the population of Barkhohara?
Barkhohara has a total population of 1,077, including 560 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Barkhohara?
There are 205 households in Barkhohara.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhohara is 45.50%. Male literacy is 55.54% and female literacy is 34.62%.