Barikhet
Barikhet is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Amoli is the gram panchayat of Barikhet village.
Here you can discover what makes Barikhet unique in its vibrant Garud-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Barikhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barikhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barikhet is 051397. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263641. Bageshwar is nearest town to Barikhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Barikhet
Population of Barikhet
According to the 2011 Census, Barikhet has a total population of about 81, with approximately 41 males and 40 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 10 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.54%, with male literacy at about 85.37% and female literacy near 67.50%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barikhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Connectivity of Barikhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barikhet. As per the 2011 stats, Barikhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barikhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Barikhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barikhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barikhet
- Where is Barikhet located?
- Barikhet village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barikhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barikhet is Amoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barikhet?
- The pincode of Barikhet is 263641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barikhet is 81, with 41 males and 40 females.
- How many households are there in Barikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barikhet village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barikhet is 76.54%. The male literacy rate is 85.37%, while the female literacy rate is 67.50%.