Kharija Barakura
Kharija Barakura is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 18.9km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Putimari I is the gram panchayat of Kharija Barakura village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharija Barakura unique in its vibrant Dinhata I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Kharija Barakura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharija Barakura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharija Barakura is 308523. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Dinhata is nearest town to Kharija Barakura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharija Barakura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dinhata Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharija Barakura
Population of Kharija Barakura
According to the 2011 Census, Kharija Barakura has a total population of about 1,683, with approximately 887 males and 796 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 519 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.31%, with male literacy at about 73.28% and female literacy near 58.54%. There are around 403 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharija Barakura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,683 | 887 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 263 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 650 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 237 | 330 |
Connectivity of Kharija Barakura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharija Barakura. As per the 2011 stats, Kharija Barakura 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharija Barakura
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharija Barakura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharija Barakura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharija Barakura
- Where is Kharija Barakura located?
- Kharija Barakura village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharija Barakura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharija Barakura is Putimari I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharija Barakura?
- The pincode of Kharija Barakura is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharija Barakura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharija Barakura is 1,683, with 887 males and 796 females.
- How many households are there in Kharija Barakura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharija Barakura village has a total of 403 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharija Barakura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharija Barakura is 66.31%. The male literacy rate is 73.28%, while the female literacy rate is 58.54%.