Barakali
About Barakali
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barakali village is 311271. Barakali village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.9km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barakali village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalbati is the gram panchayat of Barakali village.
The total geographical area of village is 234.22 hectares. Barakali has a total population of 2,209 peoples, out of which male population is 1,166 while female population is 1,043. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 894 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barakali village is 71.57% out of which 77.10% males and 65.39% females are literate. There are about 532 houses in barakali village. Pincode of barakali village locality is 733151.
When it comes to administration, Barakali 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, Barakali village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to barakali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Barakali
The population details of Barakali 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 | 2,209 | 1,166 | 1,043 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 232 | 111 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 807 | 431 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,581 | 899 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 267 | 361 |
Connectivity of Barakali
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barakali
Where is Barakali located?
Barakali village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakali is Gopalbati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barakali?
The pincode of Barakali is 733151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barakali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakali is 2,209, with 1,166 males and 1,043 females.
How many households are there in Barakali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barakali village has a total of 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakali is 71.57%. The male literacy rate is 77.10%, while the female literacy rate is 65.39%.