Barkidandi - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Barkidandi is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Sitarganj and around 69 km from Rudrapur. Bar Ki Dandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkidandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkidandi is 056169. The village covers a total geographical area of 561 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barkidandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkidandi
As per Census 2011, Barkidandi village has a total population of 1,805 people, consisting of 912 males and 893 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,093 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 474 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkidandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,805 | 912 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 237 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 636 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 276 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Barkidandi
Barkidandi 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 Barkidandi
Barkidandi 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 located within 5-10 km of Barkidandi.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Barkidandi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Barkidandi is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkidandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkidandi 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 Barkidandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkidandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkidandi
Where is Barkidandi located?
Barkidandi village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkidandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkidandi is Bar Ki Dandi.
What is the pincode of Barkidandi?
The pincode of Barkidandi is 262311.
What is the population of Barkidandi?
Barkidandi has a total population of 1,805, including 912 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Barkidandi?
There are 361 households in Barkidandi.
What is the literacy rate in Barkidandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkidandi is 60.55%. Male literacy is 69.74% and female literacy is 51.18%.