Barkidandi
Barkidandi is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Bar Ki Dandi is the gram panchayat of Barkidandi village.
Barkidandi has its own place in the vibrant Udham Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barkidandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkidandi is 056169. The village spans a total geographical area of 561 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262405. Sitarganj is nearest town to Barkidandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barkidandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barkidandi
Population of Barkidandi
Below is a concise population overview of Barkidandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkidandi village:
- The total population of Barkidandi village is around 1,805, including approximately 912 males and 893 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Barkidandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkidandi village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 474 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkidandi village is about 60.55%, with male literacy at 69.74% and female literacy at 51.18%.
- There are around 361 households in Barkidandi village.
Connectivity of Barkidandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkidandi. As per the 2011 stats, Barkidandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkidandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkidandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkidandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkidandi
- Where is Barkidandi located?
- Barkidandi village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkidandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkidandi is Bar Ki Dandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkidandi?
- The pincode of Barkidandi is 262405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkidandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkidandi is 1,805, with 912 males and 893 females.
- How many households are there in Barkidandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkidandi village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkidandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkidandi is 60.55%. The male literacy rate is 69.74%, while the female literacy rate is 51.18%.