Barkala

Barkala is a village located in Onda subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Onda. Bankura is the district headquarter of Barkala village. As per 2009 stats, Ratanpur is the gram panchayat of Barkala village.

Barkala 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 Barkala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkala is 328345. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722144. Bankura is nearest town to Barkala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Barkala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 863 433 430
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 109 56 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 513 248 265
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 511 312 199
Illiterate Population 352 121 231

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

  • The total population of Barkala village is around 863, including approximately 433 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Barkala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkala village has 513 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barkala village is about 59.21%, with male literacy at 72.06% and female literacy at 46.28%.
  • There are around 174 households in Barkala village.

Connectivity of Barkala

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkala

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

Gholkunda Madhabpur Chakuparsol Ratanpur Bara Kurpa Machhrakhi Chhota Kurpa Mandar Bani Pitambarpur Benachapra Rautara

Frequently Asked Questions about Barkala

Where is Barkala located?
Barkala village is situated in Onda Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkala?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkala is Ratanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkala?
The pincode of Barkala is 722144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkala is 863, with 433 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkala village has a total of 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkala is 59.21%. The male literacy rate is 72.06%, while the female literacy rate is 46.28%.