Barkheri - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Barkheri is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Barkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheri is 055694. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.63 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Barkheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheri
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheri village had a total population of 1,168 people, including 594 males and 574 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.14%, with male literacy at 83.20% and female literacy at 62.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 1,168 | 594 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 421 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 173 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheri
Barkheri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheri
Barkheri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barkheri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kashipur to Barkheri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Barkheri is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkheri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkheri
Where is Barkheri located?
Barkheri village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheri is Barkhedi.
What is the pincode of Barkheri?
The pincode of Barkheri is 244713.
What is the population of Barkheri?
Barkheri had a total population of 1,168, including 594 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Barkheri?
Barkheri had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheri was 73.14%. Male literacy was 83.20% and female literacy was 62.70%.