Barkania

Barkania is a village located in Hirbandh subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.3km away from sub-district headquarter Hirbandh. Bankura is the district headquarter of Barkania village. As per 2009 stats, Hirbandh is the gram panchayat of Barkania village.

Barkania 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 Barkania

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkania is 329173. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722121. Khatra is nearest town to Barkania village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Barkania

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 386 192 194
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 28 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 385 191 194
Literate Population 234 142 92
Illiterate Population 152 50 102

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

  • The total population of Barkania village is around 386, including approximately 192 males and 194 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Barkania village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkania village has 385 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barkania village is about 60.62%, with male literacy at 73.96% and female literacy at 47.42%.
  • There are around 77 households in Barkania village.

Connectivity of Barkania

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkania. As per the 2011 stats, Barkania 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkania

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

Jambeda Arjunda Tirsulia Belkanlia Bauridihi Dhairapara Jamdahara Tilabani Chakadoba Dhanga Dungri Mirgi

Frequently Asked Questions about Barkania

Where is Barkania located?
Barkania village is situated in Hirbandh Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkania?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkania is Hirbandh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkania?
The pincode of Barkania is 722121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkania as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkania is 386, with 192 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Barkania as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkania village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkania as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkania is 60.62%. The male literacy rate is 73.96%, while the female literacy rate is 47.42%.