Barkala
About Barkala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barkala village is 329586. Barkala village is located in Raipur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gar Raipur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Barkala village. As per 2009 stats, Melera is the gram panchayat of Barkala village.
The total geographical area of village is 173.36 hectares. Barkala has a total population of 1,022 peoples, out of which male population is 503 while female population is 519. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1031 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barkala village is 67.61% out of which 79.92% males and 55.68% females are literate. There are about 212 houses in barkala village. Pincode of barkala village locality is 722162.
Jhargram is nearest town to barkala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Barkala
The population details of Barkala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,022 | 503 | 519 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 118 | 52 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 402 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 101 | 230 |
Connectivity of Barkala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barkala
Where is Barkala located?
Barkala village is situated in Raipur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkala?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkala is Melera (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 722162, 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 1,022, with 503 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkala village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkala is 67.61%. The male literacy rate is 79.92%, while the female literacy rate is 55.68%.