Barkona
About Barkona
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barkona village is 326102. Barkona village is located in Saltora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.4km away from sub-district headquarter Saltora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Barkona village. As per 2009 stats, Kanuri is the gram panchayat of Barkona village.
The total geographical area of village is 473.08 hectares. Barkona has a total population of 2,462 peoples, out of which male population is 1,234 while female population is 1,228. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 995 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barkona village is 54.18% out of which 64.83% males and 43.49% females are literate. There are about 564 houses in barkona village. Pincode of barkona village locality is 722133.
Bankura is nearest town to barkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Barkona
The population details of Barkona 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 | 2,462 | 1,234 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 324 | 155 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 909 | 434 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 800 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,128 | 434 | 694 |
Connectivity of Barkona
| 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 Barkona
Where is Barkona located?
Barkona village is situated in Saltora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkona is Kanuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkona?
The pincode of Barkona is 722133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkona is 2,462, with 1,234 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Barkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkona village has a total of 564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkona is 54.18%. The male literacy rate is 64.83%, while the female literacy rate is 43.49%.