Barkura

Barkura is a village located in Barjora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.5km away from sub-district headquarter Barjora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Barkura village. As per 2009 stats, Brindabanpur is the gram panchayat of Barkura village.

Barkura has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Barkura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkura is 327352. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722203. Sonamukhi is nearest town to Barkura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Barkura

Below is a concise population overview of Barkura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,190 612 578
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 56 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 620 325 295
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 747 434 313
Illiterate Population 443 178 265

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkura village:

  • The total population of Barkura village is around 1,190, including approximately 612 males and 578 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Barkura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkura village has 620 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barkura village is about 62.77%, with male literacy at 70.92% and female literacy at 54.15%.
  • There are around 282 households in Barkura village.

Connectivity of Barkura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkura. As per the 2011 stats, Barkura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkura

Knowing the nearby villages of Barkura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkura.

Benachapra Mathuraberia Bhairabdanga Bhairabpur Rautara Mathuradanga Rajmadhabpur Radhakantapur Srikrishnapur Kantabeshe Nityanandapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Barkura

Where is Barkura located?
Barkura village is situated in Barjora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkura?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkura is Brindabanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkura?
The pincode of Barkura is 722203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkura is 1,190, with 612 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Barkura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkura village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkura is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 70.92%, while the female literacy rate is 54.15%.