Barkona
About Barkona
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barkona village is 320327. Barkona village is located in Memari Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.4km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Barkona village. As per 2009 stats, Bijur I is the gram panchayat of Barkona village.
The total geographical area of village is 309.18 hectares. Barkona has a total population of 1,031 peoples, out of which male population is 508 while female population is 523. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1029 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barkona village is 71.87% out of which 78.94% males and 65.01% females are literate. There are about 253 houses in barkona village. Pincode of barkona village locality is 713407.
When it comes to administration, Barkona village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barkona village comes under Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Memari is nearest town to barkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km 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 | 1,031 | 508 | 523 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 347 | 166 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 401 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 107 | 183 |
Connectivity of Barkona
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barkona
Where is Barkona located?
Barkona village is situated in Memari Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkona is Bijur I (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 713407, 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 1,031, with 508 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Barkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkona village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkona is 71.87%. The male literacy rate is 78.94%, while the female literacy rate is 65.01%.